alluviation

[US]/əˌluː.viˈeɪ.ʃən/
[UK]/əˌluː.viˈeɪ.ʃən/

Translation

n.The process of depositing alluvium or the state of being deposited by running water.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

alluviation process

during alluviation

alluviation occurs

alluviation deposits

recent alluviation

rapid alluviation

alluviation period

alluviation events

stages of alluviation

active alluviation

Example Sentences

the geological report highlighted the extent of the soil alluviation in the valley.

centuries of river alluviation created the fertile plains we farm today.

heavy flooding caused significant alluviation across the low-lying farmlands.

sediment alluviation can drastically change the course of a river over time.

geologists study the process of alluviation to understand past environmental conditions.

excessive alluviation in the reservoir has reduced its water storage capacity.

the rapid alluviation of the delta supports diverse aquatic plant life.

coastal alluviation often forms new wetlands and marsh habitats.

human activities like deforestation accelerate the rate of natural alluviation.

hydroelectric dams are often threatened by the constant problem of silt alluviation.

ancient civilizations thrived in areas subject to regular seasonal alluviation.

examining the layers of alluviation helps scientists date archaeological finds.

the formation of alluvial fans is a direct result of mountain stream alluviation.

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