Wind Erosion Quiz

Wind erosion happens when strong winds blow away loose, dry soil from the ground, especially in dry and open areas.

Deserts and dry areas have loose soil and little vegetation, making them most vulnerable to wind erosion.

Removing plants leaves the soil bare and unprotected, making it easier for wind to blow it away.

When wind slows down, it can no longer carry heavy particles, and they settle down forming sand dunes.

Mulching covers the soil with organic material, which protects it from direct wind and prevents drying out.

Farmlands without crops are open and exposed, making it easy for wind to lift and carry soil away.

Deflation is when wind lifts and removes loose particles from the soil, lowering the land surface over time.

Suspension occurs when tiny soil particles are lifted and kept in the air by strong winds over long distances.

Wind erosion removes topsoil, reducing the soil’s fertility and making it harder for crops to grow.

Shelterbelts are rows of trees or shrubs planted to reduce wind speed and protect soil and crops.