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Sedimentation
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the process by which particles settle out of a liquid or gas due to gravity, forming a sediment layer
sedimentation
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Example
Sedimentation in lakes can affect aquatic ecosystems.
Sedimentation in pipelines can reduce flow rates and efficiency.
The process of sedimentation creates layers of soil over many years.
Archaeologists study sedimentation layers to understand past environments.
Sedimentation is used in wastewater treatment to separate solids from liquids.
