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A loose impediment is a natural object not fixed or growing that impedes play. A loos impediment may be removed without penalty except in a hazard.
A leaf on the ground is a loose impediment. A leaf on a tree is not.
An apple is a loose impediment. A beer can is an obstruction, which may be removed anywhere on the course.
The full definition can be found at the USGA's web site.
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