Water note 17 - Sediment in streams

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Introduction to sediment in streams and the effect of widespread clearing.
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This water note discusses the origin and transport of sediment in natural systems and the influence of flow characteristics and channel shape on erosion. It also discusses the human activities that influence the erosion and transport of sediment and the impact of excess sedimentation on the natural streams system.

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