Water on the Land Key Terms Flashcards
1
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Erosion
A
The wearing away, break-up and removal of rock by moving in forces - in this case the river.
2
Q
Hydraulic Action
A
The sheer force of the water erodes the stones, bed and Banks of the river.
3
Q
Abrasion (or corrasion)
A
Where stones in transport are thrown into the bed and bank, scraping against them, eroding them.
4
Q
Attrition
A
Where stones in transport are thrown into each other. This causes the bed load material to get smaller and more rounded.
