gravel
thumb|upright=1.35|Gravel (largest fragment in this photo is about )
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Gravel is rock fragments that are larger than sand but smaller than cobbles, as shown in this sample where the largest piece is relatively modest in size. It's commonly used in construction, landscaping, and drainage applications where its durability and ability to allow water to pass through make it practical for various projects.
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- Definition and properties
- Origin
- Production and uses
- Etymology
- Types
- Relationship to plant life
- In the geologic record
- See also
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thumb|upright=1.35|Gravel (largest fragment in this photo is about )
Gravel () is a loose aggregation of rock fragments. Gravel occurs naturally on Earth as a result of sedimentary and erosive geological processes; it is also produced in large quantities commercially as crushed stone.