Weathering & Erosion

Name: ______________________   Date: ____________

Use the clues to fill in the crossword.

Across

  1. 5. Condition in which the earth's surface is worn away by the action of water and wind (7)
  2. 6. The configuration of a surface and the relations among its man-made and natural features (10)
  3. 9. The erosion of soil as a consequence of sand and dust and loose rocks being removed by the wind (9)

Down

  1. 1. A noticeable deterioration in performance or quality (5)
  2. 2. Using ___ or tools or devices (10)
  3. 3. The part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock (4)
  4. 4. The breakdown or alteration of rock at or near the surface of the Earth. (10)
  5. 7. Someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric (5)
  6. 8. The occurrence of surplus liquid exceeding the limit or capacity (6)