The Types Of Erosion Flashcards
1
Q
Abrasion
A
Sand and stones in the river scrape the bed and banks and wear them away
2
Q
Attrition
A
Rocks and stones knock together and wear each other away
3
Q
Hydraulic action
A
In a fast flowing river water is forced into cracks in the bank. Over time, it breaks up sides of the bank
4
Q
Solution
A
Water also dissolves soluble minerals from the bed and banks this helps break them up