Question

9 the process responsible for transferring material downslope under the influence of gravity is called
○ mass movement
○ soil formation
○ erosion
○ weathering

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Mass movement: Defined as the downslope movement of materials (like rock, soil) due to gravity. This matches the description.
• Soil formation: Involves processes creating soil, not downslope movement via gravity.
• Erosion: Involves transport of materials by agents like water, wind, not just gravity - driven downslope.
• Weathering: Breaks down rocks in place, no movement.

Answer:

A. mass movement