Transportation Processes Flashcards
1
Q
What is saltation?
A
Small pebbles and stones are bounced along the river bed
2
Q
What is solution?
A
Minerals are dissolved in water and carried along in solution
3
Q
What is suspension?
A
Fine, light material is carried along in the water
4
Q
What is traction?
A
Large boulders are rolled along the river bed