A longitudinal cross section of a stream will show a lower gradient near the stream source and a higher gradient near the stream mouth.

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A longitudinal cross section of a stream typically shows a higher gradient near the stream source and a lower gradient near the stream mouth, as streams generally flow from higher elevations to lower elevations, losing gradient as they approach their outlet.

A Longitudinal Cross Section of a Stream Will Show a Lower