How A Waterfall Is Formed Flashcards

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First step of a waterfall being formed :

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Waves attack foot of the cliff

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Second step of a waterfall being formed :

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Wave cut notch created due to HA + Ab

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Third step of a waterfall being formed :

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Cliff collapses due to the soft rock eroding quicker than hard rock leaving hard rock unsupported

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Final step of a waterfall being formed :

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Cliff retreats leaving an overhang
Causing a waterfall to be made

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