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Erosion
Glacial Erosion
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Abrasion | The process in which a glacier scrapes underlying rock |
| Arete | A sharp ridge created by cirques on two sides |
| Cirque | A bowl near the top of a mountain where a valley glacier begins |
| Glacial Striations | Long, parelle scratches carved into underlying bed rock by moving glaciers. |