rocks carried along by the river wear down the river bed and banks.
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Attrition
rocks being carried by the river smash together and break into smaller, smoother and rounder particles. A similar grinding effect to sandpaper
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Hydraulic Action
the force of the river against the banks can cause air to be trapped in cracks and crevices. The pressure weakens the banks and gradually wears it away.
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solution
soluble particles are dissolved into the river
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suspension
fine light material is carried along in the water.
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traction
large boulders and rocks are rolled along the river bed.
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saltation
small pebbles and stones are bounced along the river bed.
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Other cards in this set
Card 2
Front
rocks carried along by the river wear down the river bed and banks.
Back
Abrasion
Card 3
Front
rocks being carried by the river smash together and break into smaller, smoother and rounder particles. A similar grinding effect to sandpaper
Back
Card 4
Front
the force of the river against the banks can cause air to be trapped in cracks and crevices. The pressure weakens the banks and gradually wears it away.
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