Fluvial sedimentology

Fluvial sedimentology studies how sediments—like sand, silt, and gravel—are transported, deposited, and organized by rivers and streams. It examines the processes of erosion, movement, and settling that create riverbeds and floodplains. This field helps us understand how rivers shape landscapes over time, influence sediment layers, and respond to environmental changes. By analyzing sediment types and structures, scientists can interpret past river conditions, improve navigation, manage water resources, and assess flood risks. It combines geology, hydrology, and geomorphology to understand the dynamic interaction between flowing water and sediments in river systems.