List of evidences for increase of sand in Rajasthan arid zone. (i) Wind direction: The direction of wind is mainly from south-west and north-east. The spread of sand dunes also follow the same direction e.g. ushkar, Budha Pushkar. (ii) Advancement of sand movement: Accumulation of Aeolian sands on le western and eastern flanks of Aravalli hill near Shapura-Ajitgarh area. The [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Seed Size and Number 2. Soil Seed Banks 3. Seed Viability. Seed Size and Number: Seeds are admirably suited to their triple role as a means of multiplication, dispersal and stress avoidance. But equally important for the long-term survival of the species involved is the fact that in most cases each [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Concept of Sand Dunes 2. Processes for Transportation of Sand Dunes 3. Extent 4. Types 5. Morphology 6. Sand Dunes System 7. Vegetation 8. Origin 9. Management 10. Utilization. Contents: Concept of Sand Dunes Processes for Transportation of Sand Dunes Extent of Sand Dunes Types of Sand Dunes Morphology of Sand [...]