"Liquefaction" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Liquefaction is a geological process where a soil or rock that is normally solid is temporarily turned into a liquid due to shaking, vibration, or intense pressure, often caused by earthquakes or other seismic activity. This can happen when the soil or rock is squeezed so tightly that the particles or grains are able to slide past each other, reducing the material's strength and stiffness. Liquefaction can cause buildings and other structures to sink or collapse, and can also lead to flooding and other hazards.