Fluvial

Fluvial

Pertaining to an environment of deposition by a river or running water. Fluvial deposits tend to be well sorted, especially in comparison with alluvial deposits, because of the relatively steady transport provided by rivers.

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Industry/Domain: Oil & gas
Category: Oilfield
Company: Schlumberger
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Pertaining to streams or rivers.

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