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Romahtaminen is a Finnish term that broadly refers to the act of collapsing, falling in, or caving in. It can describe various physical phenomena, from structural failures to geological events.

In the context of buildings or structures, romahtaminen signifies a sudden and complete loss of structural integrity. This can be caused by a multitude of factors including material fatigue, inadequate design, extreme weather conditions, or damage from external forces such as earthquakes or explosions. When a structure undergoes romahtaminen, its components are no longer able to bear the load they were designed for, leading to its disintegration.

Geologically, romahtaminen can describe the collapse of land surfaces. This might occur in areas with significant underground cavities, such as caves or mines, where the overlying material can no longer support itself and falls into the void. Sinkholes are a common example of geological romahtaminen. Avalanche events, where large masses of snow, ice, or rock fall down a slope, can also be considered a form of romahtaminen.

The term is also used metaphorically to describe the breakdown of systems or situations, such as the romahtaminen of a financial market or a political regime, indicating a sudden and drastic failure. The common thread across all these uses is the idea of a loss of stability and a subsequent descent into a collapsed state.