Which of the following statements describes the process of deposition? a. the surface area of rocks decreases because of acid rain. b. soil becomes rich through erosion allowing for ample plant growth. c. minerals are deposited into the soil through erosion. d. materials are transported through erosion and are dropped in another location.

How did the environment influence settlement patterns in colonial america? * 1 point a. early settlers stayed near rivers for farmland and transportation b. early settlers stayed in hilly areas to avoid frequent floods in coastal areas c.early settlers quickly moved to the mountains to avoid hot summers d. early settlers only lived on coastal islands to prevent indian attacks