Bedrock and sediment in a stream is most susceptible to erosion if it is

A. composed entirely of large clasts that affect stream flow.
B. in slow-moving water in an eddy.
C. in a site that is sheltered from oncoming clasts.
D. located in a turbulent part of the river.
E. All of these choices are correct.


Answer: D

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