rift valley (Meaning)

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rift valley (n)

a valley with steep sides; formed by a rift in the earth's crust

rift valley Sentence Examples

  1. The Great Rift Valley, an immense geological rift, stretches across Eastern Africa.
  2. The Rift Valley is a geologically active region characterized by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
  3. The valley's unique topography provides diverse habitats for various flora and fauna.
  4. Lake Naivasha, located within the Rift Valley, is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Kenya.
  5. Archaeological excavations in the Rift Valley have uncovered fossils and tools that provide insights into human evolution.
  6. The Rift Valley is home to numerous national parks and reserves, including the Serengeti and Maasai Mara.
  7. The valley's fertile soils and abundant water resources support agriculture and human settlements.
  8. The Rift Valley has played a vital role in shaping the history and culture of the region.
  9. The East African Rift System, part of the Rift Valley, is a seismically active area with potential for devastating earthquakes.
  10. The Rift Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its outstanding geological, biological, and cultural significance.

FAQs About the word rift valley

a valley with steep sides; formed by a rift in the earth's crust

gulch, ravine, depression, gorge, gulley, coomb, valley, gully, coombe, glen

mount, mountain,mountain, summit, summit, mount, peak, peak,height, alp

The Great Rift Valley, an immense geological rift, stretches across Eastern Africa.

The Rift Valley is a geologically active region characterized by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

The valley's unique topography provides diverse habitats for various flora and fauna.

Lake Naivasha, located within the Rift Valley, is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Kenya.