talajfolyásokat

Talajfolyásokat, often translated as soil creep or solifluction, refers to the slow, downhill movement of soil and regolith. This phenomenon is primarily driven by gravity acting on saturated soil. When the ground becomes saturated with water, such as during spring thaw or heavy rainfall, the soil particles become less cohesive and can move more easily. The water acts as a lubricant, reducing friction between soil particles.

Talajfolyásokat is most common in areas with permafrost, where the active layer of soil thaws during warmer months. As this thawed layer becomes saturated, it slides over the impermeable frozen ground beneath, leading to a noticeable downslope movement. The rate of talajfolyásokat can vary greatly, from imperceptible to several centimeters per year.

The visual evidence of talajfolyásokat can include tilted trees, bent fences, and bulging or heaved ground. In mountainous regions, it can contribute to the formation of terracettes, or "sheep tracks," which are small, step-like features on hillsides. While not as dramatic as landslides or mudflows, talajfolyásokat is a continuous process that can significantly alter landscapes over long periods and may pose challenges for infrastructure in affected areas.