One main cause of creep is
A)melting of ice during a volcanic eruption.
B)oversteepening of a slope due to construction.
C)expansion and contraction of soils during freezing and thawing.
D)collapse due to weight of intense rains saturating the sediment.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Expansion and contraction of soils during freezing and thawing can cause creep by displacing and shifting sediment downhill. This freeze-thaw cycle can create voids or cracks in the soil, weakening its structural integrity and making it more susceptible to slow but persistent downhill movement.

One Main Cause of Creep Is