Gravel
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Description
A general term used for stone aggregate ranging in size from 4 mm to 64 centimeters. Natural gravel deposits are found are found near rivers or beaches. The stones typically have rounded edges due to abrasion and weathering. Clay accumulations in the gravel can form a cemented stone called a conglomerate.
Authority
- External source or communication, External source or communication Comment: Submitted information: Fred Gamble, October 2007
- The American Heritage Dictionary or Encarta, via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998
- Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: "Gravel." Encyclopdia Britannica. 2004. Encyclopdia Britannica Premium Service. 13 May 2004 .