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hubes95

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on: Jul 15, 2018
Saltating sand grains in a desert are carried by the wind and rarely more than 1 meter above the surface in normal circumstances.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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What are the three stages of desert landscape evolution? Provide examples of landforms for each.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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snackralk

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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: TRUE

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Early stage = mountain uplift (alluvial fans, playa lakes)
Middle stage = moderate deposition (bajadas, playas)
Late Stage = significant sedimentation (inselbergs)


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Reply 2 on: Jul 15, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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