Which consequence results when excessive pore pressure within unconsolidated volcanic ash deposits exceeds material strength?

💡 Explanation

A lahar occurs because increased pore pressure reduces particle friction, initiating debris flow. This cohesive failure results in mudslides, because these are water mediated, rather than pyroclastic surges, basalt intrusions, or solidified pahoehoe flows.

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