Which outcome results with enhanced ventifact formation because vegetation disturbance modifies desert wind patterns?

💡 Explanation

Increased surface abrasion results because vegetation loss concentrates wind energy through a process termed 'deflation', creating localized high-velocity zones. This enhances abrasive power. Therefor more ventifacts form, rather than reduced abrasion or alluvial depositions.

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