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∙ 9y agoEven today there are glaciers in Africa - on Mt Kilimanjaro. In the geological past, Africa had occupied a position such that the geographic south pole was in the African continent.
With the break-up of Gondwana Land, the present Antarctic continent broke away and eventually the present land masses assumed their current positions. These motions continue today, Australia for example is moving northerly at about 200 mm per year. Over a few million years, these numbers add up.
The inselbergs of Africa are considered by some to be glacial created features, though the term applies to the shape of them rather than their creation.
This area of geological study is rapidly expanding.
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∙ 11y agofrica has not always been near the equator, long ago when Wegener made an hypothesis that earths landforms were once all one landmass called Pangaea. When Pangaea was a whole, Africa was more near the poles than where it is located now.
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∙ 12y agoBecause when Pangaea was a whole, Africa was more near the poles than where it is located now.
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∙ 10y agothey form because they are at a high site in the air
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∙ 11y agoit is because it is near the pole
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Why have glacial deposits been found in Africa?
Africa has not always been near the equator, long ago when Wegener made an hypothesis that earths landforms were once all one landmass called Pangaea. When Pangaea was a whole, Africa was more near the poles than where it is located now.
Where is kimberlite found?
Kimberlite is a rare, blue-tinged, coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock that often contains diamonds. Some kimberlite deposits have been found in Western Kenya.
Where are the most valuable minerals can be found in places that have been located?
south africa
Are graded deposits sorted deposits?
Graded deposits have been sorted by size, usually by deposition from moving water.
Is glacial ice different from regular ice?
Yes. Glacial ice is ice that has been compressed under great pressure and will react differently as it melts.
What are some deposits of alpine glaciers?
rock sediments have been said to be deposited from alpine glaciers.Also, there might be some dirt and glacial particles involved.
Where are the malachite deposits in South Africa?
Malachite has been found at Musina, at the Stavoren tin mines, and in the Kalahari manganese field, with good specimens found at. among others, Palabora, Kwaggafontein, Vergenoeg and Leeuwenkloof.
Why have glacial deposits been found in Africa?
Africa has not always been near the equator, long ago when Wegener made an hypothesis that earths landforms were once all one landmass called Pangaea. When Pangaea was a whole, Africa was more near the poles than where it is located now.
Where have most species of human ancestors been found?
Most species of human ancestors have been found in East Africa, particularly in countries such as Kenya, Ethiopia, and Tanzania. These regions have provided significant fossil evidence and archaeological sites that have greatly contributed to our understanding of human evolution.
Have diamonds been found in Georgia?
Georgia is not known for its raw diamond deposits.
Where is anthracite found?
In metamorphosed coal deposits, usually in mountain forming regions. Substantial deposits exist and have been mined in Pennsylvania, USA.
What continant has the earliest hominids have been found in?
Africa is the continent where the earliest hominids have been found. This is where humanity's ancestors, such as Australopithecus and early Homo species, existed millions of years ago.
Most early hominid fossils have been found in?
The oldest humanoid fossils were all found in Africa.
How has the veldt and the witwatersrand contributed to south Africa's economy?
The veldt in South Africa has contributed to the economy through its vast agricultural potential, supporting livestock farming and crop cultivation. The Witwatersrand, known for its rich gold deposits, has been a significant driver of the mining industry in South Africa, contributing to the country's wealth and economic development.
Where is kimberlite found?
Kimberlite is a rare, blue-tinged, coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock that often contains diamonds. Some kimberlite deposits have been found in Western Kenya.
What continent have the oldest fossils been found?
Africa
What continent have the old fossils been found on?
Africa
