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Most deserts are formed on the leeward side of mountain ranges. The mountains block moisture from entering the region so little rain falls.
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Why are most of the earth's deserts near the equator?
Why are deserts near the sea not fertile?
Most deserts near the sea are fertile. However, due to the lack of rainfall, plants are often uncommon.
Why are hot deserts next to oceans?
Not all hot deserts are near oceans. Most are located some distance from water. There are, however, some cold deserts located near an ocean - the Namib, Sechura and Atacama Deserts are examples.
What are continental deserts how are they formed?
Deserts in the middle of a continent are called continental deserts.
Are all hot deserts near the equator?
Do hawks live in deserts?
Yes, there are hawks that live in deserts. The most common deserts where hawks reside are those near the southwest and Mexico.
Are deserts formed by nature?
Yes, deserts are created by nature but man also contributes to the spreading of deserts.
What are continental desert how are they formed?
Deserts in the middle of a continent are called continental deserts.
How many deserts are in Rome?
There are no deserts in or near Rome, Italy.
What is a hill of sand formed by wind and found near dry coast and sandy beaches?
Genericall such hills of sand are called "dunes". They are also found in deserts.
How are the deserts in east Asia formed?
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