6 Mysteries Geologists Can't Solve
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There are some geological areas on the planet that scientists still don't understand. For most things it's pretty clear—combine a volcanic eruption a dash of erosion, and boom, you’ve got a striking cliff! But not all the features on this planet are so easy to figure out. Join Hank for a fascinating video about 6 geological mysteries we have yet to solve!

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