Abrasiivsuse
Abrasiivsuse, also known as abrasion, is a type of mechanical weathering where rock fragments are worn down and broken into smaller pieces through friction and impact with other rock fragments, the ground, or other surfaces. This process is primarily driven by wind, water, and ice, which act as agents of abrasion. Wind carries sand and other particles that can scour surfaces, while water, in the form of rivers, waves, or glaciers, transports sediment that grinds against rocks. Ice, particularly in the form of glaciers, carries large boulders that can act as natural abrasive tools.
Abrasiivsuse is a significant process in shaping the Earth's surface, contributing to the formation of various
The rate and extent of abrasiivsuse depend on several factors, including the hardness and composition of the
Abrasiivsuse is a dynamic and ongoing process that plays a vital role in the Earth's geological cycle.