rift valley
"Rift valleys" are significant geological formations resulting from tectonic plate movements, often leading to unique landscapes and ecosystems.
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Definition
C1Geology
(technical, academic)A long, narrow depression in the Earth's surface formed by the movement of tectonic plates away from each other.
Example
- The Great Rift Valley in Africa is one of the most well-known examples of a rift valley.
- Rift valleys can be found both on land and under the ocean.