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Geography GK · Q153

Miscellaneous World Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 153

Q153

Barkhans are

A.
Depositional features of wind action
Answer
B.
Erosional features associated with rivers
C.
Erosional features associated with wind action
D.
Depositional features of glacial action

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Barchans are depositional features of wind action. They are a very common landform in sandy deserts all over the world and are arc-shaped, markedly asymmetrical in cross section, with a gentle slope facing toward the wind sand ridge, comprising well-sorted sand.