Unraveling the Enigma of the Sahara's Moving 'Star Dune'
A new study published in Scientific Reports reveals that the enormous star dune in Morocco's Erg Chebbi dune field formed in less than 1,000 years, defying expectations of its age. Using ground-penetrating radar and sand samples, researchers found that the dune is only 900 years old, with a history shaped by climate shifts in the Sahara. This discovery challenges the difficulty of identifying ancient star dunes and sheds light on the dynamic nature of desert landscapes.