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Evidence of higher current speed

Gravel pavement at 1,200 m underwater

Gravel pavement at 1,200 m where the currents have winnowed out the fines leaving behind the coarser, heavier material. (Photo DTIS)

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Rights: National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA)
Published: 3 December 2007Size: 136.32 KB
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