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Question by  hellokitty (48)

Is "windblown" one of the ways that caves were formed?

Meaning, did the wind actually BLOW some caves into existence?

 
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Answer by  GilFinn (2065)

Shallow caves that are created by the wind are generally found in areas where sandstone is prevailent. It is caused by erosion. The wind picks up sand and dust, and like a sandblaster, eventually will carve out shallow caves.

 
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