Particles move along a streambed by:
A) rolling.
B) sliding.
C) saltation.
D) rolling and sliding.
E) rolling, sliding, and saltation.

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Particles move along a streambed by rolling, sliding, and saltation. Rolling and sliding occur when particles are pushed along the bed by water flow. Saltation involves particles being lifted into the flow and then settling back down, creating a hopping or bouncing motion.

Particles Move Along a Streambed By