Which geoemorphic outcome will result following extensive deflation in arid environments?

💡 Explanation

The formation of desert pavement occurs because winnowing by deflation removes fine particles, therefore leaving behind a surface covered with tightly packed larger pebbles and rock fragments; rather than increased loess deposition from transported fine sediment which implies distant deposition.

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