The mixture of silt, sand, and gravel deposited by flowing water such as rivers and streams is called _______?
Correct answer: B. Alluvium
- A. Sediment
- B. Alluvium
- C. Loess
- D. All of the above
Explanation
Alluvium is the mixture of silt, sand and gravel deposited by rivers or streams. Sediment is a broader term, while loess is wind-deposited fine soil.
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