During the process of __________, soil loses its shear strength and becomes a fluid.
A) liquefaction
B) liquidation
C) subduction
D) fault creeping

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Liquefaction is the process in which soil loses its shear strength and stiffness due to an applied stress, resulting in a sharp decrease in the ability of the soil to support loads. This can cause the soil to behave as a fluid, leading to liquefaction-related hazards such as soil liquefaction, ground failure, and landslides. Options B, C and D are not correct as they do not describe the process of soil behavior mentioned in the question.

During the Process of __________, Soil Loses Its Shear Strength