If the load exceeds a stream's capacity,sediment accumulates in the bed in a process called
A)downcutting.
B)degradation.
C)aggradation.
D)saltation.
E)traction

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Aggradation refers to the process of sediment accumulating in the bed of a stream when the load exceeds its capacity. This leads to a gradual elevation of the stream bed and a reduction in channel capacity. Downcutting and degradation refer to the erosion of stream beds, while saltation and traction refer to the transport of sediment within a stream.

If the Load Exceeds a Stream's Capacity,sediment Accumulates in the Bed