Methods of measuring suspended sediment

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Understanding the concentration of suspended sediment in natural waters is important for a wide variety of reasons. The amount of particles in suspension varies both naturally and as a result of human activities such as dredging, mining and forestry. For many disciplines, understanding sediment is critical. This article explores the different methods of measuring suspended sediment, including optics, acoustic and physical sampling.

 

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Suspended sediment