A physical weathering process in which rock is eroded by the impact of sand grains carried by the wi
Process used for creating matt surface finishes on glass, invented in the USA in 1870. A design area is masked off and the object is subjected to a high-pressure jet of sand or powdered iron to leave the exposed area with a rough, greyish finish.
A physical weathering process in which rock is eroded by the impact of sand grains carried by the wind, frequently leading to ventifact formation of pebbles and cobbles.
A cleaning, engraving, or surface finish process achieved by spraying sand on the surface with compressed air.
A process of blowing sand by compressed air with considerable force through a hose against an object. See also: Shot Blasting.