Which outcome increases when prolonged drought accelerates deflation?

💡 Explanation

Ventifact abrasion intensifies because deflation exposes more rock surface to wind-borne particles, rather than increasing soil depth. Polishing occurs; therefore, ventifact formation accelerates as drought persists, rather than creating thicker soil profiles alone.

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