Do you know anything about the 3 types of deert surfaces (sandy, stony and rocky)?
Answer Hi Steve Each desert usually has zones defined by these 3 types of surfaces: – Sandy desert is that type with miles of sand dunes, the surface of which shows ripples. The Namib or mid Sahara are good examples. There are no roads through these areas because the sand dunes move covering and overwhelming all structures in their paths. Camels and very good guides use the sun, moon and stars to navigate their “caravans” between oasis. The terrain is too harsh for wildlife, plants find it hard to get rooted and animals get easily exhausted in the soft sand. – Stony desert looks a lot like the Martian surface. Australia’s Northern Territory, the Kalahari or lower Atacama deserts are good examples. The surface is scattered with stones and small rocks. Since the ground is solid and stable (unlike sandy desert) bushes, tufts of grass and some animals may be present. – Rocky desert is that where sand and stone were washed or blown away. This is usually associated with very hilly or mountai
