Meaning Earthflow
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Earthflow


A rapid type of downslope mass movement that involves soil and other loose sediments. Usually triggered by water saturation from rainfall.
Source: physicalgeography.net

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Earthflow


A form of slow, but perceptible, mass movement, with high content of water and rock debris. Lateral boundaries are well-defined and the terminus is lobed. With increasing moisture content grades into a mudflow.
Source: ge-at.iastate.edu




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