Frost Heave

Frost Heave

Frost heave is the upward displacement of Soil or structures, caused by the expansion of ice within the ground. As water freezes and forms ice lenses, it draws more moisture, creating powerful forces that can damage Roads and buildings in cold climates.

See also

Linked from: Cryoturbation, Frost Line, Gelifluction, Ice Lens, Patterned Ground
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