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Landforms are created, when fine sand from deserts is carried for long distances, and then is deposited in large areas even beyond deserts. These landforms are called are called __________.

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leeves
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loess
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sand dunes
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levee dune
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Solution

The correct option is B loess
Fine sand from deserts can get transported over large distances with the help of winds. These sand particles may get deposited over large areas over many years, to form landforms called loess.

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