Which risk increases when constructing a Roman aqueduct with too shallow a channel slope?

💡 Explanation

When the channel slope is too shallow, the reduced water velocity decreases the fluid's ability to carry suspended sediment, causing sedimentation within the channel. Therefore, sediment buildup results, rather than wall collapse, lining failure, or algae growth which require different hydraulic conditions or biological factors.

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