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Deep loess (2nd of 2)

Deep loess

Deep deposits of loess originated as large amounts of finely ground rock and soil deposited by retreating glaciers and relocated by strong winds. This example on Banks Peninsula shows the layering effect of loess built up over a long period.

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GNS Science
Reference: CN25018/3
Photograph by Lloyd Homer

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How to cite this page:

Allan Hewitt. 'Soils', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 1-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/soils/2/1/2