River erosion is the process by which running water, such as rivers and streams, wears away the land and rocks over which it flows. This process involves the removal and transportation of sediments, leading to the formation of various landforms.
Reading Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects
Craft and Structure
Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 6-8 texts and topics.