Natural and Human Disasters
In the context of landslides and mass movements, spread refers to the lateral expansion of a mass of material, such as soil or rock, as it moves down a slope. This phenomenon can occur during various types of mass movements, including landslides and debris flows, where gravitational forces cause materials to lose their cohesion and flow outwards. Understanding the dynamics of spread is crucial for assessing the stability of slopes and predicting potential hazards associated with mass movement events.
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