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How does friction contribute to the process of abrasion?

đź’ˇ The Answer

  • Abrasion is a process of friction caused by scuffing, scratching, and rubbing.
  • Friction wears down materials as particles move across surfaces.
  • In glaciers, friction from ice movement scratches bedrock.
  • Friction is a key cause of glacial abrasion.
  • The process involves continuous friction between transporting agent and surface.

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