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Geological Engineering · Q107

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 107

Q107

Which term describes the gradual movement of rock or soil downslope under the influence of gravity?

A.
Landslide
B.
Creep
Answer
C.
Slump
D.
Rock fall

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Creep is the slow, gradual, and continuous downslope movement of soil or rock material.It occurs over long periods and is often imperceptible daily.