Glossary:Silt

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Silt
Mineral particles between 0.002 mm to 0.06 mm microns in diameter. Too small to be seen by the naked eye ,silt particles give a sediment a soapy feel somewhat reminiscent of cornflour. Humified organic matter can also give a sediment a silty feel.

Related Words: Sand, Clay

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