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What can cause a sand dune to move in the direction of the wind?
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∙ 11y ago
the earth
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What can cause a sand dune to slowly move into the direction of the wind?
A sand dune will always move with the prevailing wind (downwind). It would not be able to move into the direction of the prevailing wind (upwind).
What can cause a sand dune to slowly move in direction of the wind?
winds that blow in a steady direction can move a dune . such wind will consistently pick up sand from one side and deposit it to a other side. this causes the entire dune to slowly move in the direction if the wind. :)Can someone answer more questions
When wind creates a sand dune the sheltered side of the sand dune is what?
The side downwind of the prevailing wind direction.
Can a sand dune evaporate?
yes cause its a dune haha
What direction influences the shape and size of a sand dune?
The wind influences the shape and size of a sand dune.
How does a sand dune appear?
Sand dunes are cause by the movement of sand by the wind or water.
Is it true wind direction influence the shape and size of a sand dune?
no
What causes a sand dune to move from place to place?
wind
What part of a sand dune is characterized by a gentle slope?
A sand dune is a desert feature that forms as a result of wind or rain action towards one side. The sand dune usually forms towards the dominant side of the wind direction and can vary in gradient.
What is the top of a sand dune called?
the top of a sand dune is called the crest of the dune.
What is a sand hill in the desert called?
A hill of sand in a desert is normally referred to as a dune
Is sand dune a climate?
A sand dune is a landform, not a climate.
