It occurs under normal conditions:
Correct answer: A. Geological erosion
- A. Geological erosion
- B. Surface creep
- C. Both (a) & (b)
- D. Accelerated erosion
Explanation
Geological erosion is the slow, natural removal of soil and rock under undisturbed conditions, while accelerated erosion results from human disturbance. Surface creep is a type of slow mass movement rather than the broad erosion category asked for here.
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