D.H. Carlson, D. McGeary, C.C. Plummer, Online Learning Center
This Flash animation shows the various forms of stream sediment transport including sliding, rolling, saltation, suspension, and dissolved load. Access the animation by clicking the link for "Modes of Sediment Transport."
Part of the Cutting Edge collection. The NAGT/DLESE On the Cutting Edge project helps geoscience faculty stay up-to-date with both geoscience research and teaching methods.
Resource Type: Audio/Visual:Images/Illustrations Grade Level: College Upper (15-16), High School (9-12)
