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

Question

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A decrease in the gradient of the stream reduces the energy and velocity of the water, promoting sediment deposition.

Which of the Following Is a Condition Favoring Deposition of Sediment