Rock sediments are carried to other places by the wind, running water, and gravity. As these forces lose energy settling takes place. The sediments settle out of the air or water in rock particles graded by size with heavier pieces settle out first. Which term of describes this process of sedimentary rock formation?

A) Deposition
B) Lithification
C) Physical weathering
D) Chemical weathering

How does rain water cause erosion and deposition? a. when acidic water soaks into the ground, water dissolves limestone, resulting in the formation of caves. b. when a river overflows it moves downhill resulting in the formation of caves. c. when it rains, water flows into rivers and streams and moves back to land, resulting in the formation of caves. d. when water empties into lakes, sediment is deposited, resulting in formation of caves.