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desert
A desert is a barren area of land where little precipitation occurs and consequently living conditions are hostile for plant and animal life. The lack of vegetation exposes the unprotected surface of the ground to the processes of denudation. About one third of the land surface of the world is arid or semi-arid. This includes much of the polar regions where little precipitation occurs and which are sometimes called polar deserts or "cold deserts". Deserts can be classified by the amount of precipitation that falls, by the temperature that prevails, by the causes of desertification or by their geographical location.
Deserts are formed by weathering processes as large variations in temperature between day and night put strains on the rocks which consequently break in pieces. Although rain seldom occurs in deserts, there are occasional downpours that can result in flash floods. Rain falling on hot rocks can cause them to shatter and the resulting fragments and rubble strewn over the desert floor is further eroded by the wind. This picks up particles of sand and dust and wafts them aloft in sand or dust storms. Wind-blown sand grains striking any solid object in their path can abrade the surface. Rocks are smoothed down, and the wind sorts sand into uniform deposits. The grains end up as level sheets of sand or are piled high in billowing sand dunes. Other deserts are flat, stony plains where all the fine material has been blown away and the surface consists of a mosaic of smooth stones. These areas are known as desert pavements and little further erosion takes place. Other desert features include rock outcrops, exposed bedrock and clays once deposited by flowing water. Temporary lakes may form and salt pans may be left when waters evaporate. There may be underground sources of water in the form of springs and seepages from aquifers. Where these are found, oases can occur.
Plants and animals living in the desert need special adaptations to survive in the harsh environment. Plants tend to be tough and wiry with small or no leaves, water-resistant cuticles and often spines to deter herbivory. Some annual plants germinate, bloom and die in the course of a few weeks after rainfall while other long-lived plants survive for years and have deep root systems able to tap underground moisture. Animals need to keep cool and find enough food and water to survive. Many are nocturnal and stay in the shade or underground during the heat of the day. They tend to be efficient at conserving water, extracting most of their needs from their food and concentrating their urine. Some animals remain in a state of dormancy for long periods, ready to become active again when the rare rains fall. They then reproduce rapidly while conditions are favorable before returning to dormancy.
People have struggled to live in deserts and the surrounding semi-arid lands for millennia. Nomads have moved their flocks and herds to wherever grazing is available and oases have provided opportunities for a more settled way of life. The cultivation of semi-arid regions encourages erosion of soil and is one of the causes of increased desertification. Desert farming is possible with the aid of irrigation and the Imperial Valley in California provides an example of how previously barren land can be made productive by the import of water from an outside source. Many trade routes have been forged across deserts, especially across the Sahara Desert, and traditionally were used by caravans of camels carrying salt, gold, ivory and other goods. Large numbers of slaves were also taken northwards across the Sahara. Some mineral extraction also takes place in deserts and the uninterrupted sunlight gives potential for the capture of large quantities of solar energy.
1 of 500 Tan USP Compacts produced. Has a bit of wear and has seen approx 1500 rounds. Comes with Tan padded HK case and 1 mag. Transfer is needed. Looking for a Stainless USP Compact in 9mm or another unique USP. Offers welcome
I’m selling my Kimber Micro 9 with Crimson Trace laser grips in Desert Tan. I’ve ran 80 rounds through it. I purchased it the beginning of Jan 2018. So it’s like new.
I have the original box, carry bag and 4 clips. 3 clips are the extended clips which are 7 rounds and the non extended clip is...
ALL SOLD
Chassis + 7LRM kit. Work done by SAC. FDE Cerakote, spiral fluted 26” Bartlein barrel, 5/8x24 muzzle thread w/ blended protector, bolt and 1 mag included (brass and dies available separately) 168 round count. - $380
6.5x47 Lapua barrel. Work done by Ty Frehner. FDE Cerakote. 26”...
I am selling a brand new in the factory case Sig Sauer P220 .45ACP pistol with the Desert Black 2-tone finish. The pistol has Siglite tritium night sights, Hogue rubber grips and a rail
and comes with (2) 8 round magazines and all of the other factory stuff.
MSRP on this pistol is $1280. I am...
I have a desert eagle for sale or trade.
Comes with 3 different caliber barrels .357 .41 mag and .44 mag, leupold scope, houge grips has been cerecoated.
I have shot approx. 20 rounds through each caliber.
I'm looking for $1200.00 or a nice sig or 1911
Im in Kitsap county but can meet in the...
Steel Framed. Full Sized. 12 Rounds. .40 S&W
Pro's and Con's, PISTOL ONLY. Please no comments on caliber. It may change, just wondering about the pistol itself in general.
...ok, GO.
Notice anything just a mite odd here?
Or here?
Yup, it's a LEFT-hand action Desert Tech SRS.
Something else.....
it's in 6.5 Creedmoor.
It's the only LHA Desert Tech in Yoorup.
It's the only Desert Tech in 6.5 Creedmore in existence.
Unless, of course, you know differently.
Props to...
I really like this gun and the cool factor. However i have to be honest with myself - i am a small boned guy and this thing is too big for me. Not caliber wise - i shoot 357 mag revolvers, just grip and size. I limp wrist the heck out of this thing, and despite looking cool with it, limp...
Selling my brushed chrome desert eagle .44magmum. Comes with box and 4 factory mags. A little finish wear but easily fixable. Doesn't bother me in the slightest since it's not very noticeable and is a sexy beast regardless. Wear is on the right side of barrel. Hard to see with pictures.
Not...
Selling my Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911. .45. Comes with a H&K compensator. Selling to free up funds. So not really interested in any trades.
$700
Sold
How much harder would you say survival in desert is vs our local area of operations? Here we at least have water, wood, cover, plant life, animals to hunt all over, etc.
In the desert? Freezing temps at night, scorching heat during the day. Little water around, not much wood, food or resources...
Looking to sell/trade this lightly used Benelli Supernova Tactical for a Remington 870 tactical or Mossberg autoload. No Pistol grip shotgun. Benelli is of a 12g, ghost ring sight, 4+1, 2 3/4 -3 inch, cylinder bore choke. The usual FFL transfer will apply. Sell price is $450 cash. Thanks for...