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Erosion
The process by which rock and soil are worn away by natural forces such as water, wind, ice, or gravity.
Definition
The process by which rock and soil are worn away by natural forces such as water, wind, ice, or gravity.
Word Origin
From Latin "erosio" meaning "a gnawing away"
Scientific Notation
E = f(W, T, G)Examples
- •Grand Canyon formation
- •Mountain weathering
- •Coastal erosion
Synonyms
weatheringdenudation
Category Information
Category:process
Difficulty:beginner
Last Updated:1/1/2024
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