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प्रश्न
Name any two slow movements of mass wasting.
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उत्तर
Slow movements of mass wasting a be divided into two
main types — Creep and Solifluction.
Creep: The slow downhill movement of debris is called soil creep.
Solifluction: The water mixed with soil forms clay which moves as a thick viscous fluid.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Complete the flowchart below.
Soil formation is an important benefit of weathering. How is it important for mankind?
Distinguish between the following pair:
Weathering and erosion
What is weathering?
Give one example of rapid mass movement.
Say whether the following is ‘True’ or ‘False’.
In dry climates mechanical weathering is dominant.
What do you understand by the following term:
Landslide
Give reasons for the following :
Climate is the most important factor of soil formation.
Explain the following terms.
Colloids
A region is having an annual mean temperature of 5°C and an annual rainfall of 1000 mm. Can you comment upon the weathering and the type with the help of the following questions? Discuss in class.
- Which type of weathering will be dominant here?
- Where will such a region be found?
