| Term: | Erosion |
| Definition: |
| Term: | Erosion |
| Definition: | The process by which the surface of the snow cover is worn away, primarily by the action of wind (see also 2.9, surface features, and zastrugi). Wind erosion is a very important factor in the redistribution of surface snow. |
| Term: | Erosion |
| Definition: | The process of removal and transport of soil and rock by weathering, mass wasting, and the action of streams, glaciers, waves, winds and underground water. |
| Term: | Erosion |
| Definition: | Wearing away and transport of soil and rock by running water, glaciers, wind or waves. |
| Term: | Erosion |
| Definition: | The removal of weathered sediment or rocks by the forces of wind, water, and ice. |