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CVEN90051_2025_SM2 Module #2 Practice Quiz
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Incipient motion depends on
Options
A.cohesive forces between particle
B.bed forms
C.all of these options
D.bed slope
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Starting from the concept: incipient motion refers to the point at which particles begin to move under shear stress in a bed. The factors that can influence this threshold are varied and interconnected.
Option 1: 'all of these options' claims that every listed factor plays a role. If we accept that the threshold depends on multiple interacting elements, this option could be correct.
Option 2: 'bed forms' points to the......Login to view full explanationLog in for full answers
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