Which outcome occurs when freeze-thaw cycles saturate unconsolidated Arctic soil?

💡 Explanation

Increased soil moisture from freeze-thaw reduces shear strength. Gelifluction subsequently increases downslope soil creep, because saturated soil flows over permafrost, therefore solifluction accelerates creep, rather than weathering, albedo change, or overall permeability reduction.

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