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A (usually) natural, large, void in the rock - and they are always underground by definition so the adjective is tautologous.

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What is a subterranean cavern?

The word "subterranean" is superfluous by definition, but essentially a cavern is a large void in the rock. Normally the term is applied a bit loosely to refer to particularly long, natural caves with many large chambers and passages; but is sometimes used to describe very large, man-made, underground chambers.


How was Peak Cavern formed?

Peak Cavern was formed by the gradual erosion of the limestone rock by underground streams over millions of years. The dissolving of the limestone created a network of passages and chambers that make up the cave system we see today.


What is cavern by action caused by?

Cavern formation is typically caused by the dissolution of soluble rocks (such as limestone) by water, usually through a process called chemical weathering. Over time, the water erodes and dissolves the rock, creating large underground cavities known as caverns.


What are the four different caves at castleton?

Castleton, Derbyshire Engalnd? I ask because I don't know if there is a Castleton in a caving area in the USA. Sticking to Derbyshire: Peak Cavern, Giant's Hole, Oxlow Cavern, Nettle Pot... That's 4 natural caves in or near Castleton; then there are assorted former mines like Knotlow, Old Tor, Blue John, etc. Actually Knotlow mine drops into natural passages. If it's show-caves/ mines you want your best source of information may be that designed fortourists. Peak and Blue John are partially show cave and mine respectively.


Where are the luray caverns located?

Luray Caverns is located in Luray, Virginia, USA. It is a popular tourist attraction known for its stunning underground rock formations, such as stalactites and stalagmites.

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What is A cavern is an underground chamber formed by .?

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What are two features that are formed by underground weathering?

Two features formed by underground weathering are caves and sinkholes. Caves are formed by the dissolution of limestone or other soluble rocks, creating underground chambers and passages. Sinkholes are depressions in the ground that form when the roof of an underground cavern collapses.


Where can you find the hydra on mythology island?

in the underground cavern near Poseidon's statue


What is the best team for underground cavern Pokemon mystery dungeon red?

team rocket


What is a underground chamber that opens to the surface and is often enough for a person to enter?

A cave or cavern.


How hole are created?

people eat the limestone and live in the underground cavern's :) ... actual lol


What are the passwords for samurai jack cavern raid?

lv 2 underground I'll try to get more


Another word for Grotto or underground cavern-must have the words out and in contained within it?

Souterrain Souterrain


In what film was a young boy in an underground underwater cavern with a statue that he thought was his mother?

Artificial Intelligence


Can you build nuclear power stations underground?

If you had a large enough cavern I suppose this could be done


How are swallow holes created?

people eat the limestone and live in the underground cavern's :) ... actual lol