Landforms & Water
Ventifact Explained: Wind-Polished Rocks in Deserts
A ventifact is one of the clearest “signatures” of wind erosion: a rock face worn smooth, faceted, or pitted by airborne sand. They’re common in dry, open landscapes…
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Physical Geography
What Is a Deflation Hollow? Wind Erosion Explained Simply.
A deflation hollow is a shallow ground depression formed when wind lifts and carries away loose sediment from the surface (a process called deflation). You’ll see them most…