Tidal flats, a type of coastal wetland, play an important role by providing space for socioeconomic development, various resources, and high biodiversity. Connected to the mainland, tidal flats are affected by both human activities and natural processes, which cause erosion, accumulation of pollutants, and loss of biological resources. Studying the sediments of tidal flats can provide details of natural phenomena and human activities as key factors to understand sedimentary processes and human impacts.
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