surficial

/sərˈfɪʃəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to or occurring on the surface of the earth or another solid body.
    • The surficial layer of the moon is covered in fine dust.
    • Surficial erosion removes the topsoil over time.
    • Geologists study surficial deposits like sand and gravel on the ground.
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