GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

SOIL EROSION AND CONSERVATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Erosion of very fine particles is seen on account of:
A
Saltation
B
Suspension
C
Surface creep
D
Shifting of dunes
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Suspension-fine light material is carried along in the water. Saltation-small pebbles and stones are bounced along the river bed.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mass Movement. Soil loss and movement due to the effects of gravity, including; landslips, slumps and slides. Water Erosion. Wind Erosion. 25-Feb-2014

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