Describe the Similarities and Differences Between a Debris Flow and a Debris

question 53

Essay

Describe the similarities and differences between a debris flow and a debris slide.

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Definitions:

Thick Skin

Skin in the palms, soles, and tips of the digits; has all five epidermal strata.

Friction

The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another.

Dermis

The dermis is the thick layer of skin beneath the epidermis, containing nerve endings, sweat glands, hair follicles, and blood vessels, contributing to skin's flexibility and strength.

Melanocytes

Cells in the skin and hair follicles responsible for the production and distribution of melanin, giving skin and hair their color.