The ability of the wind to move materials
A)exceeds that of other transporting agents,such as water and ice.
B)is small compared to other transporting agents,such as water and ice.
C)is greater than that of water because of the higher density of air compared to water.
D)increases with decreased wind speed.
E)is equal to other transporting agents,such as water and ice.

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The wind has a relatively small capacity to move materials compared to other transporting agents like water and ice, which can carry much larger sediments and have a greater erosive power.

The Ability of the Wind to Move Materials