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what are land slides and its causes and protection​

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Answered by meenakshimeena56
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landslide

A landslide is defined as the movement of a mass of rock, debris, or earth down a slope. Landslides are a type of "mass wasting," which denotes any down-slope movement of soil and rock under the direct influence of gravity. ... Almost every landslide has multiple causes.

causes of landslide

When earthquakes occur on areas with steep slopes, many times the soil slips causing landslides. Furthermore, ashen debris flows caused by earthquakes can also trigger mass movement of soil. Heavy Rainfall: When sloped areas become completely saturated by heavy rainfall many times landslides can occur.

protection from landslide

  • Keep yourself alert and awake. ...
  • Listen to a local news station for updates. ...
  • Evacuate if it is safe to do so. ...
  • Be cautious and alert while driving. ...
  • Move to a second story, if possible. ...
  • Move out of the path of the landslide as quickly as you can. ...
  • Avoid river valleys and other low areas.

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Answered by anna363877
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Answer:

Landslides: Landslide is defined as the movement of a mass of rock, debris, or earth down a slope. ... Earthquake shaking and other factors can also induce landslides underwater. These landslides are called submarine landslides. Submarine landslides sometimes cause tsunamis that damage coastal areas.

Causes of landslides: When earthquakes occur on areas with steep slopes, many times the soil slips causing landslides. Furthermore, ashen debris flows caused by earthquakes can also trigger mass movement of soil. Heavy Rainfall: When sloped areas become completely saturated by heavy rainfall many times landslides can occur.

Protection from landslides: Covering the land with impermeable membranes in order to prevent water infiltration in the landslide; Directing surface water sources away from the landslides; Draining ground water streams away from the landslides; Minimizing irrigation on the surface of the soil.

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