Which outcome occurs when sustained unidirectional wind abrasion shapes desert pavement?

💡 Explanation

Sustained unidirectional wind abrasion causes formation of ventifacts because the abrasive force carves unique shapes into exposed rock surfaces via aeolian erosion. Therefore, ventifacts form, rather than basins or loess deposits which involve other processes.

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