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sedimentation

/ˌsɛdɪmɛnˈteɪʃən/

/ˌsɛdəmenˈteɪʃən/

Translations

sedimentationnoun

sedimentations

The process of sedimentation is crucial in water treatment.

Процесс осаждения имеет решающее значение в очистке воды.

Sedimentation is a key factor in the formation of sedimentary rocks.

Седиментация является ключевым фактором в образовании осадочных пород.

Synonyms

sedimentationadjective

/ˌsɛdɪmɛnˈteɪʃən/

/ˌsɛdəmenˈteɪʃən/

Used attributively; not normally gradable.

Synonyms

sedimentationnoun

The act or process by which suspended particles settle out of a fluid under the force of gravity or centrifugal action.

Sedimentation of clay particles occurs slowly in still water.

Material that has settled or been deposited by this process.

The sedimentation at the bottom of the tank had to be removed regularly.

The accumulation of layers of sediment that eventually consolidate into sedimentary rock.

Over millions of years, the sedimentation of sand and silt formed thick sandstone beds.

sedimentationadjective

Relating to or involved in the process of sedimentation.

Sedimentation basins are essential components of water-treatment plants.