Question 35
Wind and Desert Landforms"It is crescentic or moon-shaped and occurs transversely to the direction of the prevailing wind." The above statement is a description of a
- A.yardang
- B.barchan
- C.zeugen
- D.rock pedestal.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (barchan)
Explanation
A barchan is a crescent-shaped dune lying across the wind direction.