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  • Bedload in Streams: Understanding Sediment Transport
    Sediment that moves along the bed of a stream is called bedload.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Bedload refers to the larger particles of sediment that are transported along the streambed by rolling, sliding, or saltation (a hopping motion).

    * Suspended load refers to the finer sediment particles that are carried within the water column.

    * Dissolved load refers to dissolved minerals and salts that are transported within the water.

    So, the next time you see a stream, think about the different ways sediment is moving and the forces that drive these processes.

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