Erosion

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Erosion
The break down of material over time
1 of 5
Hydraulic Action
The movement of the water breaks off particles
2 of 5
Abrasion
Rocks hit the river bank, chipping off pieces
3 of 5
Attrition
Rocks bang into each other and break apart
4 of 5
Solution
Some materials like chalk or limestone dissolve in the water
5 of 5

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Card 2

Front

The movement of the water breaks off particles

Back

Hydraulic Action

Card 3

Front

Rocks hit the river bank, chipping off pieces

Back

Preview of the back of card 3

Card 4

Front

Rocks bang into each other and break apart

Back

Preview of the back of card 4

Card 5

Front

Some materials like chalk or limestone dissolve in the water

Back

Preview of the back of card 5

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