Hemipelagic sediment refers to fine-grained sediments that accumulate on the continental slope and rise, primarily consisting of a mixture of terrigenous and pelagic materials. These sediments are significant in understanding sedimentary processes in marine environments and can provide insights into past climate conditions and ocean circulation patterns.
Reference: Carter, R. M., & McCave, I. N. (1997). Hemipelagic Sedimentation in the Deep Sea. In: Seilacher, A. (Ed.), Facies Models: Response to Sea Level Change. Geological Association of Canada.