Wind is a common agent of soil erosion in arid regions

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Give a geographical reason: Wind is a common agent of soil erosion in arid regions

Answer

Soil erosion by wind is common in arid regions because arid areas do not support vegetation and since there are no roots to hold the soil together, the wind can carry away the loose soil easily / wind speed is high due to absence of obstruction.

  • Exam Year: 2019