Silts and clays are commonly deposited in lakes, lagoons, swamps and marine environments because ________ .

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Silts and clays are fine-grained sediments that require relatively still water to settle and accumulate. Lakes, lagoons, swamps, and marine environments with low current or wave activity provide such conditions and are therefore common sites for the deposition of silts and clays. A and B are incorrect because the presence of multiple inlets or basic conditions do not necessarily influence the deposition of these sediments. C is also incorrect because acidic conditions often hinder the formation and preservation of silts and clays.

Silts and Clays Are Commonly Deposited in Lakes, Lagoons, Swamps