Concept information

Preferred term

sand  

Definition

  • A loose material consisting of small mineral particles, or rock and mineral particles, distinguishable by the naked eye; grains vary from almost spherical to angular, with a diameter range from 1/16 to 2 millimeters.

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/7413

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