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Desert dunes

2 questions tagged Desert dunes — spanning every one of the seven Ws.

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What is a barkhan dune?

A barkhan dune is a crescent-shaped sand dune formed by steady winds and limited sand supply.

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What is a transverse dune?

A transverse dune is a long dune ridge that forms perpendicular to the prevailing wind direction.

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