Physical Landscapes In The UK: River Landscapes In The UK - River Erosion Flashcards
1
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Attrition
A
When stones carried by the river knock against each other, making the stones smaller and more rounded.
2
Q
Hydraulic action
A
The force of the water hitting the riverbed and banks.
3
Q
Abrasion
A
When the load carried by the river repeatedly hits the bed and banks dislodging particles into the flow of the river.
4
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Solution
A
When the river flows over limestone or chalk, the rock is slowly dissolved.