Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134074254
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Chapter 19 - Section 19.4 - Transportation of Sediment by Wind - Concept Checks - Page 583: 1

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Wind transports sand through a process called saltation, where sand grains are lifted off the surface and bounce and skip along the ground in a series of short hops. When winds are strong, sand can be carried several meters above the surface in the form of suspended particles. These suspended particles can create sandstorms and dust storms.

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