A structure–function based approach to floc hierarchy and evidence for the non-fractal nature of natural sediment flocs

Abstract Natural sediment flocs are fragile, highly irregular, loosely bound aggregates comprising minerogenic and organic material. They contribute a major component of suspended sediment load and are critical for the fate and flux of sediment, carbon and pollutants in aquatic environments. Underst...

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Main Authors: Kate L. Spencer, Jonathan A. T. Wheatland, Andrew J. Bushby, Simon J. Carr, Ian G. Droppo, Andrew J. Manning
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2021-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-93302-9