In the creation of rock escarpments in dry lands, much of the undermining is accomplished by a process called ________.

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Sapping is a process where water seeps into the ground and undermines rock formations, causing them to collapse. This is a common process in the creation of rock escarpments in dry lands. Erosion, particulate sorting, and sandblasting can also contribute to the process, but sapping is the most significant factor. Evapotranspiration plays a role in the water cycle, but not in the creation of rock escarpments.

In the Creation of Rock Escarpments in Dry Lands, Much