Mass Movement Flashcards
1
Q
What is mass movement
A
The movement of loose material downhill on the earths surface due to gravity
2
Q
What is regolith
A
Soil, gravel and rocks and scree lying on the surface regolith is formed by weathering amd erosion
3
Q
What is the angle pf the slope
A
Gradient
4
Q
Name a movement caused by human activities
A
Heavy rain heavy snow building roads overgazing deforestation
