sedimentation

US /ˌsed.ə.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌsed.ə.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
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沉淀, 沉积

the process of settling or being deposited as a sediment

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The river's flow decreased, leading to increased sedimentation in the delta.
河流流量减少,导致三角洲泥沙淤积增加。
Water treatment plants use sedimentation to remove impurities.
水处理厂利用沉淀去除杂质。