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Geological Formations

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Groups named, physically distinct rock formations and landforms produced by geological processes: formally named stratigraphic rock units such as a distinctive sandstone or shale bed, and named landform structures shaped by geology such as canyons, mesas, fault-block mountains, karst features and volcanic necks. Belongs here: a specific, individually named geological formation or landform recognized as a distinct feature of the Earth's crust. Does not belong here: the general processes that shape formations, such as erosion or plate tectonics (Processes), the minerals and rock types formations are composed of (Materials), transient or event-like natural occurrences such as earthquakes or eruptions (Phenomena), geological time periods (Eras), and the scientists who study formations (Scientists).

Erosional and Karst Formations

20

Inselbergs and Crystalline Monoliths

4

Sedimentary and Stratigraphic Formations

8

Structural and Tectonic Formations

9

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