How long does precipitation inhibit wind erosion in the Sahel?

Abstract Simultaneous measurements of saltation, wind speed, and rainfall performed in Niger before, during, and after 18 rain events are used to investigate how rain events affect wind erosion in the Sahel. The results show that the inhibition of saltation is rapid but progressive after the beginni...

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Main Authors: G. Bergametti, J. L. Rajot, C. Pierre, C. Bouet, B. Marticorena
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2016-06-01
Series:Geophysical Research Letters
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/2016GL069324
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