Meandering

Meandering refers to the natural winding or curving path that a river or stream takes as it flows across a landscape. This process occurs over time as the water erodes the outer banks of bends and deposits sediment on the inner banks, creating wide, looping curves called meanders. These curves evolve and migrate gradually, shaping the landscape and affecting ecosystems. Meandering is a dynamic process driven by water flow, sediment transport, and the land's resistance, contributing to the diversity of river environments and influencing floodplain development.