Processes Of Erosion Flashcards
1
Q
Hydraulic action
A
Air compression plus force of water on cliff
2
Q
Corrosion
A
Material is dissolved due to weak acids in the water
3
Q
Corrasion/ abrasion
A
Hurling of stones and pebbles by the sea against rock face
4
Q
Attrition
A
Knocking together of pebbles to reduce their size
5
Q
Erosion
A
The wearing away and removal of material
