mass movement Flashcards
1
Q
what are mass movements?
A
non-marine erosion processes
2
Q
what is mass movement?
A
the downhill movement of material under a range of influences
3
Q
what are landslides?
A
triggered by earthquakes or heavy rainfall
the slip surface becomes lubricated and friction is reduced
4
Q
what is rockfall?
A
the sudden collapse or breaking away of individual rock fragments
5
Q
what are mudflows?
A
involves earth and mud flowing downhill
6
Q
what is a slump?
A
where soft material overlies resistant material and excessive lubrication takes place
7
Q
what is run-off ?
A
the movement of water across a hard surface carrying debris
