distinctive landscapes Flashcards
what is friction?
when 2 surfaces rub together to create resistance
what is erosion?
the process of eroding or being eroded by natural agents
what is hydraulic action?
the power of waves as they smash against cliffs
what is abrasion?
rocks and other materials are thrown against a cliff
what is a meander?
when water flows in a curvy path
what is an oxbow lake?
the remains of a bend in a river
what is a slipoff slope?
depositional landforms that occur on the inside of a meandering river
what is a river cliff?
a steep bank created on the outside of a river bend
what is undercutting?
lines get weaker and enlarged before developing into a sea cave
what is a plunge pool?
a pool found at the bottom of a waterfall
what is a gorge?
a steep valley where a waterfall used to be
what is a waterfall?
when a river flows overland that is 2 different heights
what is the source of a river?
the start of a river
