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FranA snowdrift, or
sastrugi (sā-str 'gə, sä'strə-) also zastrugi (sā-str 'gə, sä'strə-)
Long, wavelike ridges of snow, formed by the wind and found on the polar plains. Sastrugi are usually up to several meters high and are often parallel to the prevailing wind direction.
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Heap of snow blown together by the wind called?
A windblown pile of snow is called a snowdrift. This occurs when strong winds pick up loose snow and deposit it in a mound-like formation. Snowdrifts can vary in size and shape depending on the strength of the wind and the texture of the snow.
A type of wind erosion in which fine dry particles are blown away?
Avalanche is a sudden and fast flow of snow down a slope.
What type of soil is easily blown by the wind?
Sandy soil is easily blown by the wind due to its loose texture and lack of organic matter that help bind the soil particles together. Its lightweight composition makes it prone to erosion and displacement by wind action.
What area does snow fall upward?
Snow falls upward in regions with strong winds, such as during winter storms or blizzards. When the wind is strong enough, it can lift snow off the ground and cause it to be blown upward, creating a phenomenon known as "snow ghosts."
What is wind blown dust called?
Wind-blown dust is called "blown dust" or "windblown dust". This occurs when strong winds lift loose particles from the ground and transport them through the air.
