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melina_rosy

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on: Jul 15, 2018
What is meant by the term flow when used with reference to mass movements? What will be an ideal response?

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What geologic conditions are usually present in the areas where most block slides occur?C What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Flow refers to mass movement in which material flows as a viscous fluid or plastically.

Answer to Question 2

The slope dips in the same direction as the strata or a prominent joint set.


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