Which phrase best defines erosion?

A.

layering bits of rocks and soil

B.

moving bits of rock and soil from one place to another

C.

breaking up rocks into smaller pieces

D.

cementing layers of rock together to form stone

The option that best defines erosion is B. moving bits of rock and soil from one place to another.

A refers to soil formation, C refers to weathering, and D refers to rock formation. Erosion refers to the process during which soil and rocks and other materials are transported to a new place.

The phrase that best defines erosion is C