Figure 20.9
-According to Figure 20.9 in your textbook, sediment grains that are about 0.1 to 0.3 millimeters will
A) roll.
B) bounce.
C) be suspended.
D) travel great distances.

Question

Figure 20.9 
-According to Figure 20.9 in your textbook, sediment grains that are about 0.1 to 0.3 millimeters will
A) roll. 
B) bounce. 
C) be suspended. 
D) travel great distances.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sediment grains that are about 0.1 to 0.3 millimeters in size are typically too large to be kept in suspension for long periods but are small enough to be moved by saltation, which means they bounce along the bed of the water body or ground surface.

Figure 20.9 -According to Figure 20.9 in Your Textbook, Sediment Grains That