Which mechanism causes increased bank erosion in areas near alluvial gold mining operations?

💡 Explanation

Increased 'hydraulic action' destabilizes sediments because gold mining dislodges bank material, increasing the force of flowing water against the weakened soil structure. Therefore, erosion accelerates, rather than from weathering or boating, which are less direct causes.

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