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Enigmatic Wonders of Earth's Geology
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Across
  • 1. Volcanic rock rich in alkali feldspar
  • 2. Viscous natural asphalt often found in seep deposits
  • 5. Nickname for reddish-brown sandstone often found in deserts
  • 7. Dark volcanic rock forming ocean floors and large plateaus
  • 10. Geological process where Earth's crust is raised
  • 12. Step-like landform formed by river erosion or deposition
  • 13. Large volcanic crater formed by collapse
  • 15. The upper layer of Earth's crust, rich in silica and aluminum
Down
  • 3. Crater formed by volcanic explosion with water interaction
  • 4. Tall, thin spire of rock formed by erosion
  • 6. Landform surrounded by water on most sides but connected to mainland
  • 8. Large boulder transported and deposited by glaciers
  • 9. Ring-shaped coral reef enclosing a lagoon
  • 11. Porous structure in rocks aiding gas exchange
  • 14. Mass of ice slowly moving over land
  • 16. Depression or sinkhole in karst landscapes
  • 17. Opening through which volcanic material escapes

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