What factors lead to the Vaiont landslide disaster?
A)A volcanic eruption shook the ground
B)A major earthquake shook the ground
C)The sedimentary layers dipped downslope toward the reservoir
D)All of these are correct.

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The Vaiont landslide was caused by the instability of the dip of the sedimentary layers toward the reservoir, causing the reservoir to overflow and trigger the landslide. There was no volcanic eruption or major earthquake that directly caused the disaster.

What Factors Lead to the Vaiont Landslide Disaster