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  • Landslides: Causes, Types, and Prevention | [Your Brand/Website Name]
    A rapid downward movement of rock, soil, and other material is called a landslide.

    Landslides can occur in various forms, including:

    * Rockfalls: Free-falling rocks from a cliff face.

    * Slumps: A downward and outward movement of a mass of rock or soil along a curved surface.

    * Debris flows: A rapid flow of mud, rock, and debris, often triggered by heavy rainfall.

    * Earthflows: A slow, continuous movement of soil and rock, often caused by saturation with water.

    * Mudflows: A rapid flow of mud and water, often triggered by heavy rainfall or volcanic activity.

    These are just a few examples, and the specific term used to describe a landslide depends on the type of material involved and the mechanism of movement.

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