Erosion Etc Flashcards
1
Q
Abrasion
A
The grinding of rock fragments carried by the river against the bed and banks of the river.
2
Q
Attrition
A
The collision of rocks in the water against one another.
3
Q
Hydraulic action
A
Erosion by the force of water.
4
Q
Solution
A
Dissolving of soluble minerals in the rock
5
Q
Traction
A
The heaviest materials along the river bed rolling along
6
Q
Saltation
A
The bouncing of medium sized particles along the river bed
7
Q
Suspension
A
The smallest particles are carried in the water
8
Q
Solution
A
Soluble minerals are carried in the water
9
Q
Deposition is most likely when
A
River enters a lake or sea
River floods
Area of shallow water
