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- which of the following does not describe a levee?higher than stream channel and flood plainformed from deposition of sediment during floodinga formation that increases floodingruns parallel to a stream channel
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Levees are elevated landforms parallel to stream channels, built by flood sediment deposition. Their purpose is to contain water and reduce, not increase, flooding risk. The other options correctly describe key traits of levees.
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a formation that increases flooding