How Does Eel Grass Affect Sedimentation

Question

How does eel grass affect sedimentation?
A) It slows currents and increases sedimentation
B) Leaves decompose and increase sedimentation of organic material
C) It encourages the growth of surface algae and seaweeds and increases sedimentation
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Eel grass affects sedimentation in multiple ways: it slows down water currents, allowing more sediment to settle; its decomposing leaves add organic material to the sediment; and it can encourage the growth of surface algae and seaweeds, which also contribute to sedimentation.