Which of the Following Is a Condition Favoring Deposition of Sediment

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a condition favoring deposition of sediment?

• A) an increase in water velocity
• B) a decrease in gradient of the stream
• C) an increase in turbulence of the water
• D) an increase in the salt content of the water
• E) a decrease in grain size as a clast breaks into two pieces

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