Wind Erosion and Deposition Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Rocks & Minerals has 10 clues. Answers range from 4 to 16 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

Description

The skipping and bouncing movement of sand-sized particles in the direction the wind is blowing.
Causes sand to move by saltation.
The removal of fine sediment by wind.
When the wind scoops out depressions in the landscape.
A severe drought in the 1930's that occurred in the section of the Great Plains where the wind carried so much dust that some cities left street lights on during the day.
A surface consisting of pebbles and small broken rocks.
A mound of wind-deposited sand that keeps its shape even though it moves.
Very fine sediments deposited by the wind.
The grinding and wearing away of rock surfaces through the mechanical action of other rock or sand particles.
Acts as an anchor against wind erosion keeping sand and soil in place.

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