Quicksand is a non-Newtonian fluid where saturated sand loses friction, creating a trap-like mixture of sand, clay, and water. Used primarily in geological research and survival training, it benefits environmental scientists studying sediment dynamics and rescue teams developing extraction techniques, while also serving as a dramatic trope in entertainment media.
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