Which of the following is not a cause of landslides?

After effects of natural disasters

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Deforestation

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Construction in mountains

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Extreme heat

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Solution

The correct option is D Extreme heat
Landslides are caused by disturbances in the natural stability of a slope. Factors that trigger landslide movement include heavy rainfall, erosion, poor construction practices in mountains, deforestation, earthquake shaking, and volcanic eruptions. Extreme heat is not a cause for landslides.

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