Question

Which of the following is an example of natural erosion?

a.
ice forming in cracks of rocks
b.
acid rain falling on sidewalks
c.
waves washing over rocks on the beach
d.
water washing away soil in an area used by off-road vehicles

Answer 1

Answer;

C. waves washing over rocks on the beach

Step-by-step explanation;

-Erosion is a natural process that forms part of the lifecycle of sites, resulting from the action of wind or water. It is a geological process in which earthen materials are worn away and transported by natural forces such as wind or water.

-Example of erosion; Wind carries small pieces of rock away from the side of a mountain, waves washing over rocks on the beach, etc.

Answer 2

The most natural form of erosion in the examples is C, waves washing over rocks on the beach. Formation of ice is not a form of erosion and options C and D involve factors introduced by humans. In B, this is the acid rain, and in D it is the erosion of soil that occurs due to the off-road vehicles.