shear force « Back to Glossary IndexComponent of the gravitational force which pushes material downslope. Synonyms: driving force, driving forcesRelated Articles: 1 Understanding Science6 Metamorphic Rocks10 Mass WastingGlossary: strike slipGlossary: shear strength« Back to Glossary Index Author: Chris Associate Professor, Salt Lake Community College, Salt Lake City, Utah View all posts by Chris