Let's review. Soil erosion is defined as the wearing away of topsoil. Topsoil is the top layer of soil and is the most fertile because it contains the most organic, nutrient-rich materials. One of the main causes of soil erosion is water erosion, which is the loss of topsoil due to water. Raindrops fall directly on topsoil. The impact of the raindrops loosens the material bonding it together, allowing small fragments to detach.
noun. The definition of a simple sentence is a basic sentence with one independent clause. An example of a simple sentence is, The cat ate dinner.. Gram. a sentence consisting of a single independent clause (Ex: The dog barked loudly). noun.
Sentence Types: Simple, Compound, Complex, and Compound-Complex Simple Sentences - A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb. - It expresses a single complete thought that can stand on its own. Examples: 1. The baby cried for food. ^There is a subject and a verb that expresses a complete thought. 2.