Chapter 27.2 Notes

Question 1

On which side of a dune does erosion occur?

Answer 1

Erosion occurs on the windward side of a dune

Question 2

On which side does deposition occur?

Answer 2

Deposition occurs on the leeward side

Question 3

What is deflation?

Answer 3

The removal of small particles by wind, leaving particles behind

Question 4

What is desert pavement?

Answer 4

When small particles are removed

Question 5

Due to wind what does the shape and sizes of land forms depends on what 3 things?

Answer 5

1. Wind Speed
2. Amount of time the wind blows
3. Sediment supply

Question 6

What are three land forms made by wave erosion?

Answer 6

Coastal Cliffs, Sea Stacks, and Sea Arches

Question 7

What are two land forms crated from wave deposition?

Answer 7

Sand Bars, and Sand Spits

Question 8

What are Sand Bars?

Answer 8

Land forms that are parallel to the shoreline

Question 9

What are Sand Spits?

Answer 9

Sand Bars that extend into the water from land and curve back toward land in a hook shape

Question 10

What are some things that can trigger Mass Wasting

Answer 10

Snow, Heavy Rains, Earthquakes, or Human Activity

Question 11

What are some examples of Mass Wasting?

Answer 11

Rock Slides, Mudflows, and Landslides