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Landslide
The downward mass movement (or avalanche) of materials such as rocks or soil under the force of gravity.
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geologic hazard
Natural environment; Landslide
A geologic condition, either natural or man-made, that poses a potential danger to life and property. Examples: earthquake, landslides, flooding, faulting, beach erosion, land subsidence, pollution, ...
geologic map
Natural environment; Landslide
A map on which is recorded the distribution, nature, and age relationships of rock units and the occurrence of structural features.
geomorphology
Natural environment; Landslide
The science that treats the general configuration of the earth's surface; specifically, the study of the classification, description, nature, origin, and development of landforms and their ...
geophysical studies
Natural environment; Landslide
The science of the earth, by quantitative physical methods, with respect to its structure, composition, and development. It includes the sciences of dynamical geology and physical geography, and ...
hydraulic
Natural environment; Landslide
Of or pertaining to fluids in motion; conveying, or acting, by water; operated or moved by means of water, as hydraulic mining.
landslide dam
Natural environment; Landslide
An earthen dam created when a landslide completely blocks a stream or river.
