Wind Erosion

Read 271-272 + wind-erosion-effects

  1. How can wind eroded landscapes benefit the economy?
  2. If arid regions are generally dry, why is water considered the chief agent in erosion of these areas? (see pg 269)
  3. What concerns with wind erosion would you have in settling deserts or arid environments?
  4. Explain how humans contribute to increased wind erosion?
  5. What can be done to mitigate wind erosion?
  6. How dangerous is wind erosion to human populations? Explain with evidence from your readings.

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