Alluvium
Alluvium
Alluvium (pronunciation: /əˈluːviəm/) is a term used in Geology and Environmental Science to describe a type of sediment deposited by flowing water, such as rivers, floods, or other water bodies. The term is derived from the Latin word "alluvius", meaning "to wash against".
Etymology
The term "Alluvium" originates from the Latin word "alluvius", which means "to wash against". This is in reference to the process by which these sediments are deposited, typically through the action of flowing water.
Related Terms
- Sediment: Material that is broken down by processes of weathering and erosion, and is subsequently transported by the action of wind, water, or ice.
- Erosion: The process of eroding or being eroded by wind, water, or other natural agents.
- Deposition (geology): The geological process in which sediments, soil and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.
- Fluvial: Of or relating to rivers; produced by river action.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alluvium
- Wikipedia's article - Alluvium
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