The process of stream transportation that moves large particles by rolling or sliding is ____.

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Traction is the process where large particles such as pebbles and boulders are moved along the river bed by rolling, sliding, or dragging due to the force of the water. This contrasts with saltation, where particles are bounced along the bed, and suspension, where particles are carried within the water column. Surface creep refers to the slow movement of soil or sediment down a slope, which is not specifically related to stream transportation.

The Process of Stream Transportation That Moves Large Particles by Rolling