Which one of the following statements best describes erosion?
A) disintegration and decomposition of rocks and minerals at the surface
B) movement of weathered rock and regolith toward the base of a slope
C) the combined processes of leaching, eluviation, and mass wasting
D) the process by which weathered rock and mineral particles are removed from one area and transported elsewhere

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Erosion is the process by which weathered rock and mineral particles are removed from one area and transported elsewhere, often due to the action of wind, water, or ice. Choice A describes weathering, not erosion. Choice B describes the movement of material due to gravity, which is a component of erosion but not a complete definition. Choice C refers to specific sub-processes within erosion but does not encompass all erosion processes.

Which One of the Following Statements Best Describes Erosion