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Formation
Formation
A canyon is a narrow and deep valley in between steep, and sloped cliffs. Canyons form due to weathering and erosion. The water pressure of riverbanks cuts into the riverbed, eroding soil and rock sediments. These sediments are transferred downstream, forming extremely narrow channels slowly becoming deeper. At the bottom of the canyon, lies a river, recognized as an entrenched rivers.
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Diagrams
Examples of Canyons
Examples of Canyons
The Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon National Park is located in U.S.A, Arizona. Famous for an immense fossil record, abundance of geologic features, and rich archaeological history. The Grand Canyon is approximately 446 km long, 29 km wide, and holds a total area of 4,926km2.
Capertee Valley
Capertee Valley
Capertee Valley, pronounced as Kay-per-tee, is located in New South Wales, Australia. Being the largest Canyon in Australia, this geological feature is exceedingly famous. Carpertee Valley is approximately 30 km wide, 1.6 km deep, and less than 120 km long.
Verdon Gorge
Verdon Gorge
Verdon Gorge is a river canyon, located in south-eastern France. Famous for the breath-taking, spectacular views and multi-pitch climbing. Verdon Gorge is approximately 25 km long. It holds a width varying from 6 to 100 metres, and depth from 250 to 700 metres.
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