Asked by Jessica Nichole on May 14, 2024
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What is the type of stream transportation by a series of short leaps or bounces off the bottom of the streambed?
A) saltation
B) traction
C) abrasion
D) suspended load
Saltation
Transport of sediment in which particles are moved in a series of short, intermittent bounces on a bottom surface.
Streambed
The bottom surface of a stream or river channel where water flows, often consisting of sediment, rocks, and organic material.
Stream Transportation
The process by which streams and rivers carry sediment and other materials from one place to another.
- Understand the different processes of stream transportation and sediment types associated with each process.
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HbHusHan mahajanMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Saltation refers to the movement of particles in a bouncing or skipping motion along the bottom of a water body, such as a stream, due to the force of water or wind.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the different processes of stream transportation and sediment types associated with each process.