Which outcome occurs when freeze-thaw cycles induce solifluction on steep Arctic slopes?

💡 Explanation

When freeze-thaw cycles saturate soil on steep slopes, solifluction occurs because ice crystal formation reduces soil cohesion, causing downslope movement of waterlogged soil. Therefore formation of lobate terraces results, rather than albedo increase, decreased thaw rate, or forest establishment which require contrasting climate conditions.

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