«Uranium in framboidal pyrite from a naturally bioreduced
alluvial sediment.»
But the new study shows a strong correlation between elevated arsenic concentrations and high soil pH. Infiltration of irrigation water through alkaline topsoil and young
alluvial sediments may thus contribute to arsenic enrichment in groundwater.
«The results were really exciting,» said Qafoku, «because this was the first time that uranium was found to be associated with naturally occurring framboidal pyrites in
alluvial sediments.»
According to research, the boy died beside a shallow river delta, where he was covered by
alluvial sediments.
Not exact matches
The restoration crew works to restore the hillside
alluvial fan that was previously depositing excessive amounts of
sediment in Redwood Creek below.