Factors of deflation on the slope of high terrace of Volga near Tolyatti

Abstract

In the result of long-term field work and climatic conditions analysis three factors of slope deflation were revealed: l - high water level resulting in bank screes and collapses favourable for deflation, 2 - strong winter winds blowing perpendicularly to shore: 3 - steep and high slope of terrace causing the wind turbulence. Deflation intensity depends also on composition and density of slope substance.