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Sediment gravity flow

earth science Maturity 11-13

Sand and mud can slide down.

Devonian Turbidite Becke-Oese.jpg
Devonian Turbidite Becke-Oese.jpg
They move in big flows. These flows move deep in the sea. They help make the ocean floor. They even help make oil. It is a big move! Do you want to see more?

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