The Slow, Particle-By-Particle Movement of Weathered Debris Down a Slope

question 43

Multiple Choice

The slow, particle-by-particle movement of weathered debris down a slope is called

• A) an avalanche.
• B) a landslide.
• C) slump.
• D) creep.

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Definitions:

Hydrochloric Acid

A strong acid secreted by the stomach lining that helps in digestion and acts as a barrier to pathogens.

Parietal Cells

Cells in the lining of the stomach that produce hydrochloric acid and intrinsic factor, essential for the digestion process and absorption of vitamin B12.

Absorption

The process by which substances are taken up from the environment and enter the bloodstream or tissues of the body.

Digestive Tract

The series of organs and structures through which food passes, where it is broken down and nutrients are absorbed.