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Bookmark or Share- Waterfall - WikipediaA waterfall is any point in a river or stream where water flows over a vertical drop or a series of steep drops. Waterfalls also occur where meltwater drops over the edge of a tabular iceberg or ice shelf .
- Waterfall - National Geographic SocietyA waterfall is a river or other body of water's steep fall over a rocky ledge into a plunge pool below. Waterfalls are also called cascades. The process of erosion, the wearing away of earth, plays an important part in the formation of waterfalls. Waterfalls themselves also contribute to erosion.
- The 14 Most Amazing Waterfalls in the World - TreehuggerFrom plunge to cascade to cataract, waterfalls are incredibly diverse. They span borders and great distances. Whether viewed from a bridge, the water, or the air, humans are mesmerized by their...
- Waterfall | Geology, Erosion & Hydrology | Britannicawaterfall, area where flowing river water drops abruptly and nearly vertically ( see video ). Waterfalls represent major interruptions in river flow. Under most circumstances, rivers tend to smooth out irregularities in their flow by processes of erosion and deposition.
- 10 of the best waterfalls around the United States | CNNWaterfall lovers will travel thousands of miles and hike or bike to see these prime examples of nature in action. Here are 10 stunning waterfalls across the United States that are well worth...
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