Which problem arises where porous loess deposits become saturated?

💡 Explanation

Increased water in loess initiates soil collapse because the weak cementation holding silt grains gives way via hydrocompaction; therefore water-induced slope instability is high rather than changes in soil properties that would emerge gradually.

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