Question

Which describes the Grand Canyon as it will be one million years from today? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses

It will become shallower, as the Colorado River deposits sediment in the canyon.
It will become shallower, as the Colorado River deposits sediment in the canyon.

It will become wider, as the edges of the canyon are weathered and eroded.
It will become wider, as the edges of the canyon are weathered and eroded.

It will become deeper, as the Colorado River continues to carve into the rock.
It will become deeper, as the Colorado River continues to carve into the rock.

It will become narrower, as weathered rock collects at the canyon’s edges.
It will become narrower, as weathered rock collects at the canyon’s edges.

Answer 1

The two correct answers that describe the Grand Canyon as it will be one million years from today are:

1. **It will become wider, as the edges of the canyon are weathered and eroded.**
2. **It will become deeper, as the Colorado River continues to carve into the rock.**

These processes are influenced by natural weathering and erosion, as well as ongoing geological activity.