Solving a 150-year-old enigma of the Grand Canyon's formation
In short: Experience the raw power of the American Southwest through a journey along the Colorado River. This documentary explores the violent geological clash between water and ancient rock to uncover how one of Earth's greatest monuments was shaped.
Geologists Karl Karlstrom and Laura Crossey navigate the wildest rapids created by the collision of the Colorado River and some of the planet's oldest rocks. The film addresses a geological mystery that has been debated for 150 years: exactly how the Grand Canyon formed.
By tracing the river's path, the documentary reveals a natural monument that remains far from revealing all its secrets, offering a deep dive into the forces of erosion and tectonic history.
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- Also: Great Natural Monuments - Grand Canyon
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