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Sand Dunes: Process, Types and Utilization

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 [...]

By Mallikarjun Reddy|2016-06-13T05:33:46+00:00June 13, 2016|Sand Dunes|Comments Off

Stabilization of Sand Dunes

To Establish the Sand Drift: Most dunes are born of small accumulation of sand or debris. Blocked by this insignificant obstruction, the ocean winds that cross the beach lose much of their force and drop any sand they have picked up. A little mound forms, enlarges into a hillock and eventually into a dune. Some dunes grow to a height [...]

By Mallikarjun Reddy|2016-06-13T05:33:44+00:00June 13, 2016|Sand Dunes|Comments Off