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Record 1 2007-12-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Erosion and Weathering (Geol.)
  • Geomorphology and Geomorphogeny
DEF

The process of erosion under arid conditions that causes the creation of a gently sloping surface called a pediment.

OBS

pedimentation: term used at Natural Resources Canada - Earth Sciences Sector.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Érosion et corrosion (Géologie)
  • Géomorphologie et géomorphogénie
DEF

Évolution du relief par formation de pédiments.

OBS

pédiment : Glacis d'érosion, au pied d'un relief de région aride, formé sur un substratum dur.

OBS

pédimentation : terme en usage à Ressources naturelles Canada - Secteur des sciences de la Terre.

Spanish

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