The Prevailing Orientation of a Paleowind Can Be Determined by Loess

question 16

Multiple Choice

The prevailing orientation of a paleowind can be determined by loess because loess deposits:

• A) thin in the downwind direction.
• B) are inclined in the downwind direction.
• C) are inclined in the upwind direction.
• D) thin in the upwind direction.

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