Question

Which of the following accurately describes rill erosion? A. A raindrop hits the ground and displaces the surrounding soil. B. Fast-moving water from heavy rainfall forms deep channels. C. Runoff from heavy rainfall forms narrow, shallow channels. D. Runoff removes soil and loose sediment in thin layers.

Answer 1

Answer: Option (C)

Explanation: Rill erosion is a type of soil erosion in which the rain water flows over a relatively gently sloping land. They form thin canal like, short-termed shallow channels. It forms due to the low infiltration capacity of the soil and is often considered to be the middle stage between a sheet and a gully erosion.

Thus, the correct answer is option (C).