The simulation begins with a straight, controlled channel that simulates the middle to lower course of a river, where lateral (sideways) erosion is more prominent than vertical erosion.

The constant erosion on the outside and deposition on the inside cause the meander loops to become more pronounced, shifting their position. Eventually, these loops can become so exaggerated that they cut off, forming oxbow lakes. Key Takeaways for Educational Purposes:

Water moves faster, creating high velocity and, consequently, high erosion, leading to the creation of a steep bank.

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