<span>When the microscope was invented, it helped the cell theory. This invention allowed scientists to see that everything was made up of cells and see what cells do. They needed this invention in order to see that cells existed and study them more in depth.</span>
<span>The deposition of heavy sediment can significantly diminish the water quality and aquatic habitat. The sentiment in the water can reduce the sunlight that reaches the floor of the waterway, affecting animal and plant life. For example, photosynthesis may be less effective due to the decreased sunlight and the gills of fish may get clogged from the sediment.</span>