collapsible soil (Q1148)
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Collapsible soil refers to soil that has the potential to collapse when it becomes saturated, as its fabric is unable to support the weight of the overburden. This type of soil typically consists of a loose skeleton of grains.
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | collapsible soil |
Collapsible soil refers to soil that has the potential to collapse when it becomes saturated, as its fabric is unable to support the weight of the overburden. This type of soil typically consists of a loose skeleton of grains. |