Understanding Landslides

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What is the upper limit of particle size for material described as EARTH?

  • 2mm (correct)
  • 0.06mm
  • 2.5mm
  • 0.5mm

What distinguishes a debris flow from other types of flow?

  • Moving material must be loose and capable of 'flow' (correct)
  • Slow and gradual movement influenced by gravity
  • Occurs on moderate slopes under dry conditions
  • Consists mainly of silt-size particles or smaller

What is the defining characteristic of a mudflow?

  • Material is wet enough to flow (correct)
  • Occurs only in dry conditions
  • Forms elongate flows on steep slopes
  • Consists mainly of large boulders and rocks

In which type of movement does the material descend largely by falling, bouncing, or rolling?

<p>Topple (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that defines a spread?

<p>Extension of cohesive soil or rock mass (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates a debris avalanche from a debris flow?

<p>'Flowing' capability not required for debris avalanche (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for a landslide to occur?

<p>Too much loading on the slope (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can extreme rainfall contribute to triggering a landslide?

<p>By saturating the slope with water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key role of lateral confining forces in preventing landslides?

<p>Stabilizing and preventing movement of the slope (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Justine Esquivel Varnes’ classification system, what do the two terms used in classifying landslides refer to?

<p>Material type and type of movement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the strength of materials play a role in landslide occurrence?

<p>By increasing the resisting force (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does excessive loading on a slope have in relation to landslides?

<p>It adds to the driving force (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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