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Aggradation in Geology

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What is aggradation in geology?

The process of weathering rocks

The process of building up landforms by the deposition of sediment (correct)

The process of volcanic eruption

The process of wearing down the Earth's surface through erosion

What can lead to aggradation?

Decreased sediment supply and increased erosion

Volcanic eruptions

Droughts

Increased sediment supply and decreased erosion (correct)

Which of the following landforms can be created through aggradation?

Deserts

Canyons

River deltas (correct)

Mountain ranges

What causes degradation?

Wind erosion Signup and view all the answers

What is degradation in geology?

The process of lowering the Earth's surface through erosion Signup and view all the answers

Which process involves the removal of material from a landform?

Erosion Signup and view all the answers

Which human activity can contribute to aggradation?

Deforestation Signup and view all the answers

What does aggradation result from?

Volcanic ash fall Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can cause aggradation in lakes or oceans?

Increased sediment load from rivers Signup and view all the answers

What type of landforms can be created due to degradation?

Mountain ranges Signup and view all the answers