Question

How is mass movement (wasting) different from erosion process?

Answer 1

Mass movement (wasting) is the large-scale movement of soil and rock downhill under gravity, often rapidly (e.g., landslides). Erosion is the process of breaking rocks into pieces and transporting these fragments from their original site by agents like rivers, wind, glaciers, or waves. Mass movement moves large volumes down slopes, while erosion involves breaking and carrying away materials,making erosion more dynamic and widespread.