What Physical Property of the Underlying Rock Would Lead to the Formation

question 59

Multiple Choice

What physical property of the underlying rock would lead to the formation of a cliff over which a waterfall may form?

• A) a high resistance to erosion
• B) high porosity
• C) large permeability
• D) very fine grain sizes

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