Valley Formation §

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Relations §

• Tectonic Activity: Tectonic processes like faulting and uplift can create conditions for valley formation by exposing rock to erosional forces.
• Erosion: Erosion is a key process that shapes and forms valleys by wearing away rock and soil over time.
• Fold Valley: Fold valleys are a specific type of valley formation, created by the folding of rock layers.
• Fluvial Processes: The action of rivers and streams, including downcutting, lateral erosion, and sediment transport, plays a major role in valley formation.
• Weathering: Weathering processes like freeze-thaw cycles and chemical breakdown weaken rock, making it more susceptible to erosion and valley formation.
• Glaciers: Glacial erosion can carve out deep U-shaped valleys through the scouring action of moving ice masses.