Wind processes and landforms Flashcards
1
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Aeolian Process
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Pertain to wind activity in the study of geology and weather and specifically to the wind’s ability to shape the surface of the Earth
2
Q
Characteristics of effective geomorphic agents include:
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- Erosion
- Deposition
- Transportation
of Sediment
3
Q
What are arid regions characterized by?
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- Temperature
- Precipitation
- Humidity
- Wind
4
Q
What 3 factors affect the Aeolian process?
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- Wind size
- Sediment size
- Vegetation
5
Q
What are two types of aeolian erosion processes?
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Abrasion
Deflation
6
Q
Deflation hollow:
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A shallow depression caused by deflation
7
Q
Blowout depression:
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Intiated when a plant cover is disturbed
8
Q
3 types of aeolian transport?
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1) Suspension
2) Saltation
3) Surface creep
9
Q
Sand ripples
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Formed at right angle to prevailing wind direction
10
Q
Dune types
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- Barchan
- Parabolic
- Coastal dune
