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← GeographyWhich mechanism primarily sculpts the U-shaped profile of fjords?
A)Tidal scouring processes predominate
B)Glacial erosion is the primary driver✓
C)Chemical weathering accelerates deformation
D)Seismic activity causes land collapse
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Glacial valleys are broadened and deepened by glacial erosion involving abrasion and plucking, because the immense weight and slow movement cause significant wearing of the bedrock; therefore, U-shaped valleys form rather than V-shaped valleys from river erosion.
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