The lowering of the land surface by the lifting and removal of material is termed ________, whereas the grinding of rock surfaces with a "sandblasting" action is ________.
A) abrasion; deflation
B) deflation; abrasion
C) saltation; abrasion
D) mass wasting; deflation

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The term "deflation" refers to the removal of small particles (like sand) by the wind, which can cause the ground level to lower. This is different from "abrasion," which refers to the grinding or wearing down of rock surfaces by particles in the wind. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect.

The Lowering of the Land Surface by the Lifting and Removal