Types of Erosion Flashcards

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Attrition

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Rocks that bash together to become smooth/smaller.

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Solution

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A chemical reaction that dissolves rocks.

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Abrasion

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Rocks hurled at the river bed to break pieces apart.

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Hydraulic Action

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Water smashing against the river bed.

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