The average direction of the slope of __________ indicates the general direction of prevailing winds when ancient sands were deposited, thus forming a sand dune.

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Cross-bedding is formed when sand is deposited at an angle on the lee side of a dune or ripple, and subsequently buried beneath more sand. The direction of the slope of the cross-bedding indicates the direction of the prevailing winds when the sand was deposited.

The Average Direction of the Slope of __________ Indicates the General