Q: What is the difference between a sandstorm and a dust storm?

Sandstorm: The term sandstorm is used most often when talking about desert sandstorms, especially in the Sahara and the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula, or places where sand culture is prevalent, so that the winds carry a large amount of sand particles that fly near the surface, in addition to fine particles suspended in the air that obscure vision.

• Dust storm: The term dust storm is used when fine particles fly over long distances, affecting urban areas.