Could falling rain actually help mountains grow taller?
In short: While we typically think of rain as an erosive force that wears landscapes down, geologists are investigating whether precipitation might actually contribute to mountain building through unexpected processes.
This video explores the geological theories regarding how rainfall interacts with mountain ranges. While erosion is the most common way rain shapes the earth, scientists are looking into alternative mechanisms that might allow precipitation to play a role in mountain growth.
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