Sedimentation (Noun)
Meaning
The phenomenon of sediment or gravel accumulating.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- Sedimentation in the river delta is causing the waterway to narrow and become shallower over time.
- The process of sedimentation at the bottom of the ocean is crucial in understanding the Earth's geological history.
- The lake's sedimentation has increased significantly due to the nearby construction project.
- Geologists study sedimentation patterns to determine the environmental conditions of ancient landscapes.
- The sedimentation of gravel and sand in the reservoir has reduced its water storage capacity.