Property Ownership
In Rhode Island, what is 'alluvion' (or alluvium)?
AThe loss of land from bank erosion
BSoil and sediment gradually deposited along a watercourse, which accrues to the adjacent landowner✓ Correct
CThe flooding of coastal properties
DThe dredging of a harbor
Explanation
Alluvion (alluvium) is the gradual addition of land through the deposit of soil and sediment by water action. Under riparian law, newly deposited land generally accrues to the adjacent riparian property owner.
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