In your discussion be sure to contrast the abilities of these two fluids to transport material of different grain sizes and the effect this has on the deposits formed by the fluid. Discuss how the crystal structure of swelling clays affect their physical properties. Describe the effects of the chemistry of swelling clays on their physical properties. Erosion is constantly lowering the land surface. Compare and contrast these two modes of deformation.
Erosion produces loss of usable land.
Compare and contrast the effects of sheet erosion and channel erosion. Many surficial deposits are composed of sediment transported and deposited by a viscous fluid. Compare and contrast the deposits formed by wind and water. In your discussion be sure to contrast the abilities of these two fluids to transport material of different grain sizes and the effect this has on the deposits formed by the fluid.