SAND DUNES Flashcards
1
Q
Where do sand dunes best develop?
A
- there is a wide sandy beach
- PWD is onshore
- there is a suitable location for sand to accumulate
2
Q
Why is it hard for plants to grow in sand dunes?
A
- lack of moisture
- burial by sand
- strong winds
- salinity
3
Q
What adaptations do pioneer species have?
A
very long roots, leaves that curl to protect stomata, can tolerate burial, low nutrient requirements.
