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What is the upper limit of particle size for material described as EARTH?
What is the upper limit of particle size for material described as EARTH?
What distinguishes a debris flow from other types of flow?
What distinguishes a debris flow from other types of flow?
What is the defining characteristic of a mudflow?
What is the defining characteristic of a mudflow?
In which type of movement does the material descend largely by falling, bouncing, or rolling?
In which type of movement does the material descend largely by falling, bouncing, or rolling?
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What is the primary factor that defines a spread?
What is the primary factor that defines a spread?
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What differentiates a debris avalanche from a debris flow?
What differentiates a debris avalanche from a debris flow?
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What is the main reason for a landslide to occur?
What is the main reason for a landslide to occur?
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How can extreme rainfall contribute to triggering a landslide?
How can extreme rainfall contribute to triggering a landslide?
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What is a key role of lateral confining forces in preventing landslides?
What is a key role of lateral confining forces in preventing landslides?
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According to Justine Esquivel Varnes’ classification system, what do the two terms used in classifying landslides refer to?
According to Justine Esquivel Varnes’ classification system, what do the two terms used in classifying landslides refer to?
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How does the strength of materials play a role in landslide occurrence?
How does the strength of materials play a role in landslide occurrence?
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What impact does excessive loading on a slope have in relation to landslides?
What impact does excessive loading on a slope have in relation to landslides?
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