
Erosional landforms
Erosional landforms are natural features created when wind, water, ice, or glaciers wear away the Earth's surface. For example, rivers carve valleys and canyons, while wind can create rocky formations like arches. Glaciers grind down mountains, forming U-shaped valleys. These processes slowly reshape landscapes, producing distinctive features such as cliffs, ravines, and fjords. Erosion reveals underlying rock layers and is a key factor in shaping the Earth's surface over time. Understanding these landforms helps us appreciate the dynamic forces constantly modifying our environment.