Why Rivers Move

The basics of fluvial geomorphology (the science behind the shape of rivers) Watch Part 2 of this series: Errata: At 11:54, the slope equation is inverted. We’ve teamed up with @emriver , a company that makes physical river models called stream tables, to create a two-part series on the science and engineering behind why river channels shift and meander and what tools engineers use to manage the process. Watch this video ad-free on Nebula: Signed copies of my book (plus other cool stuff) are available here: Practical Engineering is a YouTube channel about infrastructure and the human-made world around us. It is hosted, written, and produced by Grady Hillhouse. We have new videos posted regularly, so please subscribe for updates. If you enjoyed the video, hit that ‘like’ button, give us a comment, or watch another of our videos! CONNECT WITH ME ____________________________________ Website: Twitter: Instagram: Reddit: Facebook: ​ Patreon: SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES ____________________________________ Please email my agent at practicalengineering@ DISCLAIMER ____________________________________ This is not engineering advice. Everything here is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Contact an engineer licensed to practice in your area if you need professional advice or services. All non-licensed clips used for fair use commentary, criticism, and educational purposes. SPECIAL THANKS ____________________________________ Thanks to Emriver for hosting our crew. Check them out at ! This video is sponsored by Keysight. Stock video and imagery provided by Getty Images and Shutterstock. Music by Epidemic Sound: Tonic and Energy by Elexive is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License Source: Producer/Writer/Host: Grady Hillhouse Editor: Wesley Crump Production Assistant: Josh Lorenz Script Editor: Ralph Crewe Background Painting: Josh Welker Graphics: Nebula Studios