Question

6.
Compared to the time in Earth's history before humans appeared, rates of soil erosion are _____. (1 point)

about the same
faster
slower
more unpredictable

7.
The process responsible for moving material downslope under the influence of gravity is called _____. (1 point)

erosion
weathering
mass movement
soil formation

8.
Why can the removal of vegetation trigger mass movements? (1 point)

The soil loses nutrients and begins to crumble.
The plant roots bind the soil and regolith together.
The shaking triggers mass movements.
The plan