Chapter 28, Problem 3RAT

The work of surface water does all of the following except

(a) erosion.

(b) deposition.

(c) land subsidence.

(d) delta formation.

To determine

The correct option for the statement “The work of surface water does all of the following except”.

Answer to Problem 3RAT

The correct option for the statement “The work of surface water does all of the following except” is option (c).

Explanation of Solution

The work of surface water includes erosion, deposition, and delta formation. This is because the flowing stream carries a huge amount of sediments that get deposit over the locations.

On the other hand, when the land surface, where the pumping of groundwater is greater than the recharge, then the land surface will go down to a lower level, and the water table will get a drop, which will cause the lowering of the land surface. This is known as land subsidence. This only occurs due to the work of groundwater, not surface water.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the correct option for the statement “The work of surface water does all of the following except” is option (c).