Fundamentals of Geomorphology

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    6. How Do Waterfalls Form?
    A lesson with Darron Gedge
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    In this geography lesson from Darron Gedge, learn why waterfalls form. Hint: It has something to do with the types of rocks found at the top of the falls.

    How Do Waterfalls Form?
    with Darron Gedge

    In this geography lesson from Darron Gedge, learn why waterfalls form. Hint: It has something to do with the types of rocks found at the top of the falls.

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    7. Understanding Alpine Glaciers
    A lesson with Darron Gedge
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    Glaciers cover 10% of the land on Earth. But how did they form? In this lesson, you will learn about the formation, expansion and erosion of Alpine Glaciers.

    Understanding Alpine Glaciers
    with Darron Gedge

    Glaciers cover 10% of the land on Earth. But how did they form? In this lesson, you will learn about the formation, expansion and erosion of Alpine Glaciers.

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    joana m
    how do fish surive in the water in winter
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    joana m
    why is it called water fall
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    joana m
    is there caves in water falls
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    Darron Gedge
    Some waterfalls have caves behind them, but most do not.
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    joana m
    how big is a water fall
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    Darron Gedge
    Waterfalls vary in size in terms of both height and width and volume of water. The tallest water fall is Angel Falls in Venezuela. New Zealand's tallest water fall is SUtherland Falls.
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    joana m
    does a water fall freeze in winter
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    Darron Gedge
    Some waterfalls do freeze in winter, but only in cold climates and usually only smaller waterfalls.
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