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What are the solid particles that settle down during sedimentation called?


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a

Decantation

b

Sediment

c

Supernatant

d

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answer is B.

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The solid particles that settle down during sedimentation are called sediment.
Sediment is the solid substance or particles that settle at the bottom during sedimentation as mud settles down in muddy water. While the clear liquid present above sediment is called supernatant.
 
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