As an erosional agent, running water in arid regions is______ . A) not very important because desert sands do not easily get moved B) not very important because it does not rain often C) important because there is almost no wind in deserts so water erosion is all there is D) important because there is relatively little vegetation to anchor the sediment

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In arid regions, vegetation is sparse and not able to anchor sediment as effectively as in more humid areas, making running water an important erosional agent. While wind erosion is also significant in deserts, it is not the only process at work and running water can still have a significant impact on shaping the landscape.

As an Erosional Agent, Running Water in Arid Regions Is______