Sediment sorting and selective concentration of minerals via currents in a coastal environment that are mechanically concentrated by water are called

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Placer deposits are formed by the sorting and selective concentration of minerals through mechanical means, such as water currents, in a coastal environment. Hydrothermal deposits are formed through high temperature and pressure fluids. Ore deposits are concentrations of minerals that are economically valuable. Metasomatic deposits are formed by the alteration of existing rock by fluids.

Sediment Sorting and Selective Concentration of Minerals Via Currents in a Coastal