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单词 quick clay
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Definition of quick clay in English:

quick clay

noun

  • A type of clay found in northern areas (e.g. Scandinavia, Canada) typified by a high water content, which under certain conditions can spontaneously liquefy, sometimes causing large mudslides.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Bulletin of the American Geographical Society. After Norwegian kvikkleire.

Definition of quick clay in US English:

quick clay

noun

  • A type of clay found in northern areas (e.g. Scandinavia, Canada) typified by a high water content, which under certain conditions can spontaneously liquefy, sometimes causing large mudslides.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Bulletin of the American Geographical Society. After Norwegian kvikkleire.
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