25 surprising geological phenomena

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25 surprising geological phenomena

While amazing geological phenomena can be found across the globe, some are especially unexpected. Some have been around for millions of years, while others are more recent.

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25 surprising geological phenomena

Story by Philippe Michaud  Yesterday 11:00 a.m.


2 of 26 Photos in Gallery With a surface area of over 2 million square kilometres (722 square miles) and an average altitude of around 5,000 m (16,000 ft), the Tibetan Plateau is thought to be the highest and largest in the world.Known as the “roof of the world,” this area is famous for having some of the highest mountains on the planet, including the famous Mount Everest that reaches a height of 8,850 m (29,000 ft).
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Tibetan Plateau (China)

With a surface area of over 2 million square kilometres (722 square miles) and an average altitude of around 5,000 m (16,000 ft), the Tibetan Plateau is thought to be the highest and largest in the world.Known as the “roof of the world,” this area is famous for having some of the highest mountains on the planet, including the famous Mount Everest that reaches a height of 8,850 m (29,000 ft).
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