Glacier National Park - Glacier's Geologic Story

Glacier National Park - Glacier's Geologic Story

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Geography, Science

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The video explores the geology of Glacier National Park through a three-part story: ancient rocks, geological uplift, and glaciation. It begins with billion-year-old sedimentary rocks featuring fossils and unique formations. The second part discusses the uplift that placed these ancient rocks over much younger ones, highlighting the Lewis Overthrust. The final part covers the glaciation that shaped the park's landscape, creating peaks, valleys, and lakes. The video also mentions the few remaining modern glaciers in the park.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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