The steepness of a slope of loose material at rest is the
A) height of the slope.
B) angle of repose.
C) mass movement gradient.
D) the speed of the particles.

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The angle of repose is the maximum angle at which loose material will remain at rest on a slope. This angle is determined by factors such as the grain size and shape of the material, and can indicate the stability of a slope.

The Steepness of a Slope of Loose Material at Rest