What is mass movement?
Mass Movement

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Mass movement refers to the downward movement of soil, rock, and debris under the influence of gravity.
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What are the main types of mass movement?
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The main types of mass movement include landslides, mudflows, slumps, and creeps.
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What causes mass movement?
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Mass movement is primarily caused by the force of gravity acting on materials on a slope.
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What is a landslide?
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A landslide is a rapid movement of rock and soil down a slope, often triggered by heavy rain or human activities.
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What is a mudflow?
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A mudflow is a type of mass movement that involves a mixture of water, rock, and soil flowing down a slope.
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What is a slump?
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A slump is a type of mass movement where a mass of rock and soil slips down a slope in one large piece, often occurring in water-saturated areas.
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What is creep?
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Creep is a slow, gradual movement of soil and rock down a slope, often unnoticed over time.
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