Weather processes in this type of region can result in a surface that consists of closely packed angularor rounded rock fragments.
Weather processes in this type of region can result in a surface that consists of closely packed angularor rounded rock fragments. This type of region lends its name to a coating whose red to black color isdetermined by the relative abundance of manganese and iron. That surface and coating are its namesakepavement and varnish, respectively. An indicator species for one of these regions is the Joshua tree. Due tothe subsidence of air that is part of the Hadley circulation, these areas are commonly found at thirty degreeslatitude. These areas can form on the lee side of mountains as a result of a rain shadow. For 10 points, givethis term for arid regions that receive less than about ten inches of rain per year, commonly home to cacti.
Weather processes in this type of region can result in a surface that consists of closely packed angularor rounded rock fragments.
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