Landforms - Middle Course

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	Condensation is a key element of the water cycle

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Middle course of a river

The middle course of a river has more energy and volume then in the upper course. The gradient is more gentle and lateral (sideways) erosion has widened the channel. The river channel has also become deeper. Meanders are typical landforms found in this stage of the river.

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