The basic mechanism behind the phenomenon of sediment transport is

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  1. Drag force opposite to the direction of the flow
  2. Force exerted by water vertically
  3. Free motion of the sediment particles
  4. Drag force in the direction of the flow

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Option 4 : Drag force in the direction of the flow
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Explanation:

  • Sediment transport occurs when particles like sand, silt, and gravel are moved by flowing water.

  • The basic mechanism responsible for initiating and continuing this movement is the drag force exerted in the direction of the flow.

  • This drag force overcomes:

    • The particle's weight, and

    • Frictional resistance between the particle and the bed.

  • Once this happens, particles are lifted and carried along the flow — through bed load, suspended load, or saltation mechanisms.

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