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jace

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on: Jul 15, 2018
How is it possible for a landslide to occur without a trigger?
 
  A) Heating from geothermal processes weakens the rock.
  B) Long-term weathering weakens the rock past the strength necessary to maintain stability.
  C) Slopes are shaken by earthquakes and the materials are loosened.
  D) Water migrates along the sediment particles, reducing friction between them.

Question 2

What is the fastest form of mass wasting?
 
  A) Slide
  B) Slump
  C) Creep
  D) Rock avalanche


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CourtneyCNorton

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

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


jace

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Reply 2 on: Jul 15, 2018
:D TYSM

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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