Slope-former

Slope-former

The term "slope-former" is a geologic term indicating that a unit of bedrock is less resistant to erosion than overlying or underlying units and consequently outcrops have low slope angles. It may be contrasted with cliff-former. Typical slope formers include shales, and limestones in humid environments.


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