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Which of the Following Is True About Transport of Sediment

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Which of the following is true about transport of sediment in a stream?


A) Pebbles and cobbles are mostly transported by suspension.
B) Sediment that is deposited within a stream bed is unlikely to be transported again.
C) Sand can be transported in a series of bounces along the stream bed.
D) Slower current can carry larger clasts because the water is in contact with each clast for a longer time.
E) Sand grains are converted into salt by the process of saltation.

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