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Why does particle size in river sediment generally decrease downstream?

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Correct answer: Larger, heavier particles are deposited earlier, while finer particles are carried farther

As a river flows downstream, larger fragments are repeatedly broken by abrasion and are deposited relatively earlier when the river lacks enough energy to carry them. Finer materials such as sand, silt and clay remain in transport for longer distances. Therefore, sediment generally becomes finer downstream. Option A is not the main reason; a loss of water alone does not explain sorting by particle size. Exam tip: remember—coarser sediment in the upper course and finer sediment in the lower course.

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DrainageRiversSediment TransportRiver DepositionParticle SizeFluvial ProcessesRole Of RiversGeography

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