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Sediment

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Fine particles of rock and soil transported by water that can be deposited to build soil, create habitat, or reduce water quality.

AP course connection

Topic 4.2: 4.2 Soil Formation and Erosion

Unit 4