sand boil
"Sand boils" are significant in geology and civil engineering due to their potential impact on levee integrity and flood management.
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Definition
C1Geology
(technical)A situation where water under pressure pushes through sand to the surface, often creating a bubbling effect, typically seen during floods or seismic activity.
Example
- During the flood, several sand boils appeared near the base of the levee, raising concerns about its stability.
C2Pathology
(rare, medical)A skin condition where a boil forms due to sand particles irritating the skin.
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