Saltation
see also: Etymology of Saltation
The saltation is a process of transport of sediment by water or the wind. Pulled by the fluid, the particles (of the size of Sand or gravel) move by jumps.
Related articles
- Haulage
- Suspension
- Competence
- Diagram of Deserted Hjulström
- Deflation
- Sandstorm
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