Erosion + Deposition Flashcards by Dyllan Tweedy | Brainscape

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What is ‘Erosion’ and ‘Deposition’?

A

Erosion is the process by which rocks and soil particles are worn away and moved somewhere else.
Deposition means ‘dropping’ or ‘depositing’.

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What are two features that are formed during ‘river erosion’?

A

Valleys

- Waterfalls

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What are two features that are formed during ‘river deposition’?

A

Flood Plain

- Meanders and Oxbow Lakes

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