Which outcome results when permafrost thawing causes downslope creep?

💡 Explanation

When permafrost thaws, the active layer saturates and flows slowly downslope via solifluction, forming lobate shapes because the saturated soil deforms under gravity. Therefore, patterned ground develops, rather than weathering change or a shift in albedo.

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