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Dune - Wikipedia Dune areas may occur in three forms: simple (isolated dunes of basic type), compound (larger dunes on which smaller dunes of same type form), and complex (combinations of different types)
Types of Dunes - USGS Publications Warehouse Simple dunes are basic forms with a minimum number of slipfaces that define the geometric type Compound dunes are large dunes on which smaller dunes of similar type and slipface orientation are superimposed, and complex dunes are combinations of two or more dune types
Imperial Sand Dunes - Bureau of Land Management Dunes often reach heights of 300 feet above the desert floor, providing outstanding opportunities for recreation A favorite place for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts, the dunes also offer fabulous scenery, opportunities for solitude, and a home to rare plants and animals
19. 3: Dunes - Geosciences LibreTexts Dunes occur in different forms and sizes, formed by interaction with the flow of air or water Most kinds of dunes are longer on the windward side where the sand is pushed up the dune and have a shorter “slip face” in the lee of the wind The valley or trough between dunes is called a slack
Dune - National Geographic Society A dune is a mound of sand this is formed by the wind, usually along the beach or in a desert Dunes form when wind blows sand into a sheltered area behind an obstacle
Indiana Dunes National Park (U. S. National Park Service) Over 50 miles of trails lead through shifting sand dunes, quiet woodlands, sunny prairies and lush wetlands Known for its striking plant and bird diversity, it's easy to find inspiration throughout the park’s 16,000 acres
Watch Dune | Netflix To secure his people's future, a young man travels to a dangerous, resource-rich planet — where malevolent forces push him toward a foreboding destiny
Imperial Sand Dunes: Southern California’s Iconic Desert Landscape The Imperial Sand Dunes are the largest dune system in California, stretching over 40 miles and covering more than 100,000 acres Ancient winds shape the terrain, and the massive dunes, which can reach heights of 300 feet, create an awe-inspiring vista