Slope Processes

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what is the definition of slope processes

The exogenic processes operating on an inclined surface of the Earth, driven by gravity. They occur when the gravitational force exceeds the resistance force of the slope material, causing movement or weathering of material downslope.

what is mass movement

The downslope movement of weathered material under the influence of gravity, without the aid of a transporting medium. It occurs when the shear stress exceeds the shear strength

what are the main factors of a slope system

• Rock geology

• soil and aspect

• vegitation

• climate and weather

• mass movements and landforms

what are the factors that affect sheer stress

• human activity

• deforestation

• minning

• weathering

• agricultral practices

• urbanisation

what are the factors that effect the sheer strength of a slope

• Human activity

• rock structure

• afforestation

• geology

• relief of slope

what are the three types of rock

Sedimentry, metamorphic and ignious