What is another word for alluvial cone?
Pronunciation: [ɐlˈuːvɪəl kˈə͡ʊn] (IPA) 
An alluvial cone, also known as a fan, is a geological formation formed by sediments deposited by moving water. It is also referred to as a delta or an alluvial fan. The shape of the alluvial cone resembles an inverted triangle, with the base wider than the apex. This formation is typically found at the foot of mountains or hills, where rivers and streams converge and deposit sediment at their mouths. Other synonyms for alluvial cone include alluvial plain, alluvial deposit, fluvial fan, and sedimentary cone. These terms all refer to the same geologic formation and are used interchangeably in academic and scientific literature.
