The size and shape of sediment particles influences both the ______________, or amount of space between particles, and _______________ the flow of water and gases.

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The size and shape of sediment particles influence the porosity or the total amount of empty space between particles and the permeability or the ease of flow of water and gases through the sediment. Option A correctly defines these terms. Option B is incorrect because rugosity refers to the roughness of a surface, not the pore space in sediment. Option C is incorrect because inundation refers to the process of flooding, which is not related to sediment characteristics. Option D is incorrect because exchange is too vague and does not accurately describe the relationship between sediment particle size and shape and the flow of water and gases.

The Size and Shape of Sediment Particles Influences Both the ______________