How can erosion affect the water in a river or stream?

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Isaac Ayoub · Accepted Answer

Erosion affects waterways.

Waterways are impacted by erosion. When erosion is high, eroded particles settle in river beds or on accessible banks, which means that many areas will be submerged during floods in these areas. River ships become inoperable due to erosion as well. They are made to navigate in predictable conditions, such as the width and depth of the canal bed. If erosion deposits solid particles and alters the shape of the canal, the depth of the canal will decrease, making it impossible for river ships to navigate.

Ivy Ackerman · Answer

It contaminates it with silt and accumulated chemical residues.

Excessive erosion can completely change the course and vitality of a river or stream, but "normal" erosion is a part of the natural rock cycle and causes rivers and lakes to constantly change due to silt transport. Oversiltation can cause major pollution from ground runoff, alter a river's course and speed, and destroy the habitats of some fish species.

Aubrey Arnold · Answer

undefined Erosion can affect the water in a river or stream by increasing turbidity, sedimentation, and altering the flow dynamics. Excessive erosion can lead to sediment buildup, which reduces water clarity and quality. Sediment can also smother aquatic habitats and disrupt the ecosystem. Additionally, erosion can change the river's course, leading to increased flooding and loss of habitat for aquatic organisms.