Submarine landslide
= Submarine landslide
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A submarine landslide is a rapid downward movement of sediment or rock that occurs under the sea, typically along the continental shelf or slope. These landslides can be triggered by various factors, including: 1. **Seismic Activity**: Earthquakes can destabilize underwater slopes, causing the sediment or rock to slide. 2. **Sediment Loading**: Accumulation of sediment can increase the weight on underlying layers, leading to instability.