erosion Flashcards
1
Q
what is erosion in terms of rivers?
A
the weathered rock is picked up by the river and hit against the channel sides. wearing away of the river banks and bed due to the power of the water and its load.
2
Q
what is corrosion ?
A
material dissolved by the river
3
Q
what is abrasion?
A
load wears away the river channel
4
Q
what is hydraulic action?
A
force of river water wears away the river bed and banks
5
Q
what is attrition?
A
heavier load collide forming pebbles
