Which outcome occurs when glacial outwash encounters standing freshwater?

💡 Explanation

Varves form due to seasonal changes in sediment supply; coarser sediments settle quickly in summer, and finer clay particles settle during winter due to decreased energy from meltwater discharge. Thus layering occurs through differential settling; therefore, varves are answer, rather than features arising from flowing water.

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