geography MCQ #1251

When the upper leeward slope stops, the angle of the pile of sand dunes is:

geography MCQ #1251

  1. Question 1

    Q1. When the upper leeward slope stops, the angle of the pile of sand dunes is:

    • A) 30-32 degrees
    • B) 32-34 degrees
    • C) 33-34 degrees
    • D) 35-36 degrees

    Answer: 33-34 degrees

    Explanation: The angle of repose for sand — the steepest angle at which the leeward slip face of a dune remains stable — is typically 33–34 degrees, after which the grains avalanche down.