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SEDIMENTATION  

DEFINITION

  • The process of deposition of sediment, especially by mechanical means from a state of suspension in water or air.

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  • 2017-03-10 08:51:50.0 [tstevens] update Definition (The process of deposition of sediment, especially by mechanical means from a state of suspension in water or air.); update Definition (Dictionary of Geological Terms, American Geological Institute, 1984.);

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https://gcmd.earthdata.nasa.gov/kms/concept/b41498cd-6b2b-47e3-afe7-0f05b4c0807d

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