The video explains wind as a significant agent of erosion, particularly in areas like deserts and beaches. It highlights the historical impact of wind erosion in the 1930s, which led to the Dust Bowl in states like Oklahoma and Kansas. The video also describes how sand dunes are formed and constantly reshaped by wind, emphasizing the dynamic nature of these landscapes.

What natural environments are most affected by wind erosion?

• Forests and mountains

• Deserts and beaches

• Rivers and lakes

• Urban areas and cities

Which states were turned into a dust bowl due to wind erosion in the 1930s?

• California and Nevada

• Texas and New Mexico

• Oklahoma and Kansas

• Florida and Georgia

What happens to particles when wind speed decreases?

• They are deposited

• They are carried further away

• They change color

• They become larger

Where are sand dunes commonly found?

• On mountain peaks

• In the middle of forests

• Along large lakes or oceans

• In urban parks

How do sand dunes change over time?

• They grow taller but do not move

• They remain static

• They disappear completely

• They change shape and move as wind erodes and deposits sand