What is the definition of sheet erosion?

A) The removal of soil particles by wind gusts
B) Water moving in thin sheets, carrying dislodged soil particles
C) Removal of sheets of rock through exfoliation
D) Transportation of vegetation from rapidly eroding sediments


Answer: B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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When seawater evaporates, its sodium and chlorine are electronically attracted to one another and crystallize into ________.

A. clay B. quartz C. calcite D. hematite E. halite

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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