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What is mass wasting and the two criteria used to classify mass wasting events?
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∙ 10y ago
Mass wasting or mass movement can be defined as the process of downward movement of earths materials either soil debris, rock matter or other materials through a slope under the influence of gravity. Water is a very important factor favoring mass wasting.
The criteria used to classify mass wasting include;
1. Velocity. (fast/quick or slow/gradual)
2. State of matter. (solid, liquid or semi-solid)
3. Volume. (large or small)
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Mass wasting changes the surface of the earth quickly True or False?
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