Saltation (geology)
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saltation-geology-250-1188304
title:
Saltation (geology)
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In geology, saltation is a specific type of particle transport by fluids such as wind or water. It occurs when loose materials are removed from a bed and carried by the fluid, before being transported back to the surface. Examples include pebble transport by rivers, sand drift over desert surfaces, soil blowing over fields, and snow drift over smooth surfaces such as those in the Arctic or Canadian Prairies.
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Particle transport by fluids
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saltation_(geology)
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2023-02-06T19:28:34Z
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