n.沉积(作用)

Sedimentation is a natural process that occurs when particles in a fluid settle out due to gravity.
沉淀是一种自然过程，发生在流体中的颗粒因重力而沉降。
In water treatment, sedimentation tanks are used to remove suspended solids from the raw water.
在水处理中，使用沉淀池来去除原水中的悬浮固体。
The sedimentation rate of clay particles is slower than that of sand particles.
黏土粒子的沉淀速率比沙粒慢。
After mixing the muddy water, it needs time for the sediments to settle.
将浑浊的水混合后，需要时间让沉积物沉降下来。
The scientist studied the sedimentation patterns in the ancient lake bed to learn about past climate conditions.
该科学家通过研究古代湖床的沉积模式来了解过去的气候条件。
The addition of flocculants accelerates the sedimentation of colloidal particles in wastewater.
添加絮凝剂可以加速废水中的胶体颗粒的沉淀。
The heavy metal ions in industrial effluent often cause serious sedimentation problems in rivers and lakes.
工业废水中的重金属离子经常导致河流和湖泊严重的沉淀问题。
The construction of a dam can lead to upstream sedimentation, reducing the reservoir's storage capacity over time.
大坝的建设会导致上游区域发生沉淀现象，随着时间推移会降低水库的蓄水能力。
The analysis of sedimentation data helped geologists understand the depositional history of the rock formation.
对沉积数据的分析帮助地质学家理解了岩层的沉积历史。
Through sedimentation and cementation, loose grains of sand become consolidated into solid sandstone.
经过沉淀和固结作用，松散的砂粒最终凝聚成坚实的砂岩。