Which mechanism causes stream channel incision when tectonic uplift increases land slope?

💡 Explanation

When tectonic uplift increases land slope, stream power and bed shear stress increases because gravitational potential energy is converted into kinetic energy for erosion. Therefore, enhanced stream power and erosion cause channel incision, rather than increased deposition, reduced turbulence, or decreased accommodation space which have opposing effects.

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