Mass Movement

Question 1

What is the definition of mass movement?

Answer 1

Mass movement is the shifting of rocks and loose material down a slope, e.g. a cliff. It happens when the force of gravity acting on a slope is greater than the force supporting it

Question 2

Describe the three types: slump, slide, rockfall

Answer 2

Slump - a rotational or curved movement of rocks and soil
Slide - rocks fall in a straight line with soil
Rockfall - individual rocks cascading