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Author Question: What is true about unanchored sand dunes? A. Wind erosion occurs on the leeward slope. B. Wind ... (Read 117 times)

Wadzanai

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on: Jul 13, 2018
What is true about unanchored sand dunes?
 
  A. Wind erosion occurs on the leeward slope.
  B. Wind deposits sand on the leeward slope.
  C. Dunes move against the direction of wind.
  D. Wind erosion forms the dunes slip face.
  E. Wind deposits constantly change dune shape.

Question 2

What is NOT true about aeolian transportation?
 
  A. Greater wind speeds can suspend more dust.
  B. It is most effective at carrying the finest particles.
  C. It takes the form of massive dust storms.
  D. Its smallest particles move through traction.
  E. Its larger particles move through saltation.


reversalruiz

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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D


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