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Solutional cave

earth science Maturity 11-13

Some caves form in soft rock.

Kolbinger Höhle, Tropfsteinhöhle (Tuttlingen).jpg
Kolbinger Höhle, Tropfsteinhöhle (Tuttlingen).jpg
Rain water helps melt the rock. This makes big holes underground. These holes can become large caves. It is a cool thing to see. Can you imagine a cave? Do you like to explore?

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