Q41
In the case study of the Bingham Canyon Mine landslide (2013), what contributed to slope failure?
A.
Glacial erosion
B.
Jointed basalt rock
C.
Rock mass deformation and groundwater pressure
AnswerD.
Overburden collapse
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
A massive slope failure occurred due to deformation of weak rock layers and groundwater pressures, monitored through radar and tiltmeters.