Sediment that is dropped or put in a new location is referred to as deposited sediment.

Here's a breakdown of the process:

* Erosion: Weathering and other forces break down rocks and soil into smaller pieces called sediment.

* Transportation: Wind, water, or ice carry the sediment away from its original location.

* Deposition: When the transporting force loses energy, it drops the sediment, and this process is called deposition.

The location where sediment is deposited is known as a depositional environment.