Comparative Slope Stability Analysis for Cut Slope of Marble made Terrain of Markhu Formation at Chandram Bhir and Bhaisedobhan Formation at Ghaghare Bhir of Central Nepal
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Slope stability, Marble, Landslide, Geological factors, Soil thicknessAbstract
Slope stability is a major concern in mountainous regions, influenced by topography, geology, shear strength, groundwater, and external loads. Internal factors such as rock type, weathering, and geological structures, and external factors like rainfall, melting, earthquakes, and blasting affect slope behavior. Although marble is a hard rock, its jointed nature and chemically reactive minerals make marble terrains highly vulnerable to landslides. The Markhu and Bhaisedobhan Formations, both Proterozoic marble units, have experienced significant rock slides due to discontinuities. Soil thickness, slope angle, and water saturation further control stability. This study compares slope stability characteristics of these two marble formations.
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