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silt

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The fine mineral material formed from the erosion of rock fragments and deposited by rivers and lakes. Its particles are the intermediate form between sand and clay. The particles can range in size from 0.01-0.05 mm in diameter. (Source: WRIGHT)

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http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/aliss_scripts/concept/7698

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