Effects of Bentonite Clay on Sediment Erosion Rates

Abstract

This technical note (TN) details analysis of the effects of varying amounts of bentonite clay on the erosion rates of mud (topsoil), sand, and a mixture of both. The presence of clay, even in small amounts, can dramatically change the erosion properties of sediment. This work was performed as part of the DOER work unit Estimating Vertical Variation in Erodibility and Deposition Rates of Mixed Sediments in the Nearshore Placement focus area. The final goal of all research associated with this DOER work unit is to develop methods of associating sediment erosion rates to material bulk properties.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 2001
Accession Number
ADA390214

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  • J. Mcneil
  • J. Z. Gailani
  • Lingtao Jin
  • W. Lick

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  • California
  • Chemical Reactions
  • Coastal Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Environmental Protection
  • Equations
  • Materials
  • Mineralogy
  • Minerals
  • New York
  • Particle Size
  • Particles
  • Phyllosilicates
  • Radiation
  • Sediments
  • Shear Stresses
  • Tectosilicates

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  • Agricultural Chemistry/Soil Science
  • Coastal Oceanography
  • Computational Modeling and Simulation