valley erosion

Valley erosion is the process where natural forces like flowing water, glaciers, or wind gradually wear away the land, carving out and widening valleys over time. When rainwater or river streams flow through a landscape, they pick up and carry away soil and rock, gradually deepening and shaping the valley’s walls and floor. This continuous wear-and-tear can form distinct land features like V-shaped valleys or wider, flatter valleys depending on the environment and the type of erosion. Overall, valley erosion shapes the landscape by transforming high ground into lower, more defined valleys through long-term natural processes.