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A lost mega-cliff may explain the Grand Canyon’s missing billion years

Recent research suggests that a massive cliff system formed during the breakup of the supercontinent Rodinia may reveal the geological history of the Grand Canyon, potentially accounting for up to a billion years of missing geological record. This discovery emphasizes the complexity of the Canyon's formation and could influence future geological and environmental policies.

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