Landslides: Types and Causes

A landslide is the rapid and often destructive movement of a large amount of earth material down a slope or incline. This phenomenon typically occurs when the force of gravity overcomes the internal strength and friction that holds the material in place on a hill or mountainside.

Types of Landslides

  • Rockfall: Involves the rapid falling of individual rocks or rock fragments down a slope.
  • Debris Flow: A mixture of mud, rock, and water that flows down a slope, often with high speed and destructive force.
  • Mudslide: A type of landslide consisting mainly of wet, unconsolidated soil and debris.
  • Rockslide: Involves the movement of ....
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