Which problem develops in Arctic pipelines when seasonal temperature changes reduce ground cohesion?

💡 Explanation

Decreased shear strength develops because solifluction weakens the soil around the pipeline, reducing support. The pipe yields under its weight or external loads; therefore, shear strength decreases, rather than stiffness, conductivity, or hydrate formation dominated solely by temperature change.

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