The most likely reason that this building in the tundra environment has a failed foundation is that
A)the permafrost beneath it has thawed.
B)running water after a flood has swept it away.
C)mass wasting processes have caused the soil to slump.
D)a wind storm has detached the building from its foundation.

Question

The most likely reason that this building in the tundra environment has a failed foundation is that 
A)the permafrost beneath it has thawed. 
B)running water after a flood has swept it away. 
C)mass wasting processes have caused the soil to slump. 
D)a wind storm has detached the building from its foundation.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The tundra environment is characterized by permafrost, which is permanently frozen ground. If the permafrost beneath a building thaws, it can cause the foundation to fail and the building to sink or collapse.

The Most Likely Reason That This Building in the Tundra