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Rift

earth science Maturity 7-9

The ground can pull apart.

Rift segmentation.png
Rift segmentation.png
This makes a long crack. It can make a deep valley.
GulfofSuezRift.png
GulfofSuezRift.png
Water may fill the valley. This can make a big lake. Do you want to see a rift?

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Rift segmentation.png
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FlankMalawi.png
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