Which conditions maximize loess deposit formation upon glacial retreat?

💡 Explanation

Strong winds blowing over glacier sediment increases loess formation, due to deflation sorting finer particles. Since wind acts as the main mechanism for mobilization and deposition; the conditions must maximize aeolian transport, therefore favoring strong winds and arid climates rather than inhibiting factors such as vegetation and humidity.

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