A ________ is a prominent angular ridge formed by the differential erosion of tilted, alternating hard and soft strata.
A)mesa
B)wadi
C)hogback
D)scarp face

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A hogback is a type of ridge that is formed by the differential erosion of tilted, alternating hard and soft strata. The alternating layers of hard and soft rock form a steep slope on one side and a gentle slope on the other. The name "hogback" comes from the fact that the ridge resembles the spine of a hog or pig. Mesas are flat-topped mountains, wadis are dry riverbeds that only fill with water during the rainy season, and a scarp face is a steep slope or cliff face. None of these options fit the description of a prominent angular ridge formed by the differential erosion of tilted, alternating hard and soft strata.

A ________ Is a Prominent Angular Ridge Formed by the Differential