non-deposition
noun [ U ] geology specialized (also nondeposition) uk/ˌnɒn.dep.əˈzɪʃ.ən/ us/ˌnɑːn.dep.əˈzɪʃ.ən/
非沉积
the fact of rock or soil not being deposited (= laid down, especially by wind or water)
Creeks are thought to be areas of non-deposition rather than areas of erosion. 溪流被认为是非沉积区，而不是侵蚀区。
The nodular limestones were formed during extensive periods of nondeposition.
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- These are distinctive areas of non-deposition, sediment starvation and condensation.
- The shallow depressions, which were originally areas of non-deposition, are slowly converted to creeks.
- The absence of biozone is probably caused by non-deposition during subaerial exposure.