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Sportsfan2111

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Wind velocity is typically highest at the sediment surface where
 
  A) the surface has a steep slope.
  B) the surface is near an ocean or large lake.
  C) the surface is smooth with no plants.
  D) there is smooth rock instead of sand.

Question 2

Geologists best estimate the shear stress applied to erosion by wind by measuring
 
  A) the depth of the air mass.
  B) the density of the air mass.
  C) the average particle size carried by the wind.
  D) the velocity of the wind.



pallen55

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D



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