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In this section, the different types of land subsidence are discussed. They are separated into natural causes and man-induced causes. The natural causes are mainly geological causes, such as formations of caves, sinkholes, and karst topography. The man-induced causes are mainly mining or fluid withdrawal (groundwater and/or oil or gas). Also, loads of buildings are an important cause of consolidation in urban areas. These causes are explained in general term, and examples of subsidence in the United States are briefly referred to.
Eliyahu Wakshal (Deceased)
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Zeitoun, D.G., Wakshal, E. (2013). The Subsidence Phenomenon Throughout the World. In: Land Subsidence Analysis in Urban Areas. Springer Environmental Science and Engineering. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-5506-2_2
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