Question

Define weathering, erosion, and deposition. Give at least one example of a landform that is created by each process.

Answer 1

Weathering:

Definition: The process of wearing or being worn by long exposure to the atmosphere.

Example: Plateaus can be formed by weathering

Erosion:

Definition: the gradual destruction or diminution of something.

Example: Landforms of coastal erosion include cliffs, wave-cut platforms, caves and arches.

Deposition:

Definition: Deposition is the geological process in which sediments, soil and rocks are added to a landform or landmass.

Example: Beaches, deltas, glacial moraine, sand dunes, and salt domes.