planetary surface processes

Planetary surface processes are natural activities that shape a planet’s exterior over time. These include erosion from wind and water, volcanic eruptions that deposit lava, impacts from meteoroids creating craters, tectonic movements that fold and fracture the crust, and weathering that breaks down rocks. These processes work together to create diverse landscapes, features, and surface textures, revealing a planet’s history and environmental conditions. Understanding these processes helps scientists learn about a planet’s evolution and current state.