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Geography GK · Q81

Lithosphere

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 81

Q81

What is the name of the sand mound formed by high speed of wind?

A.
Cliff
B.
Cirque
C.
Dune
Answer
D.
Hamada

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
A sand dune is a hill of sand formed by the accumulation of sand. Dune sand is fine sand from the beach that is blown inland by the winds. Dunes are formed when the sand brought in by the wind is trapped by plants or other obstacles.