Definition

Deposits of soil, dust, and rock particles that remain in place due to the action of wind, rather than being transported elsewhere.

Example

The eluvium in the area showed signs of wind erosion over the years.

Conversation

Did you know that eluvium is formed by the wind?

Really? I had no idea it was caused by wind action.

Yeah, it's interesting how nature creates these deposits.

Totally! I wonder how much eluvium is out there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eluvium is derived from the Latin "eluvius" (meaning washed away) and the suffix "-ium" (often used in chemistry to denote a substance). The term refers to material that has been washed away or deposited by water, typically in a geological context.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin root 'eluvius' meaning 'washed away' to remember that 'eluvium' refers to material that has been deposited by water.

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