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Which of the following characteristics is associated with deserts?

AAlluvial fan

BMoraines

CTarn pools

DBarchans

Answer:

D. Barchans

Read Explanation:

  • Barchans are crescent-shaped sand dunes found in deserts, characteristic of the wind-blown sandy landscape.

  • A crescent-shaped dune is known as a barchan or barkhan dune.

  • Barchans face the wind, appear convex, and are primarily formed by the wind from one direction.

  • They are arc-shaped, significantly asymmetrical in cross-section, with a gradual slope facing the wind sand ridge, and made out of well-sorted sand.

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