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Terme préférentiel

dust storm  

Définition

  • A meteorological phenomenon common in arid and semi-arid regions. Dust storms arise when a gust front or other strong wind blows loose sand and dirt from a dry surface. Fine particles are transported by saltation and suspension, a process that moves soil from one place and deposits it in another. (Source: Wikipedia)

Concept générique

Synonyme(s)

  • dust bowl
  • dust veil
  • sand storm

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/CHC-JHKSB50J-C

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