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Are lakes endless?/ Common myths, the illusion created by their depth

2024-12-07 20:00:00, Kuriozitete CNA
Are lakes endless?/ Common myths, the illusion created by their depth
Lake Baikal

Although no lake can truly be said to be endless, some appear to be so because of their depth or features that create the illusion of infinity.

The deepest lake in the world, Lake Baikal, reaches an incredible depth of 1,642 meters. It is located in Siberia and contains about 20 percent of the fresh water on Earth, making it the largest freshwater lake by volume.

Are lakes endless?/ Common myths, the illusion created by their depth
Lake Baikal

Lake Baikal is the oldest known lake in the world, formed about 25 million years ago. Its great depth is a consequence of the tectonic activity of that region, as it is located on the border of tectonic plates. Located in the deepest continental rift on the planet, more than 300 rivers flow into this lake.

Another lake that can easily be assumed to be infinite is Lake Tanganyika, located in Africa.

Are lakes endless?/ Common myths, the illusion created by their depth
Lake Tanganyika

The lake is shared by Zambia, Burundi, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo. With a depth of 1436 meters, it is the second deepest lake in the world. At 660 kilometers long, it is also the longest freshwater lake in the world. The lake is located at the junction of two heavily vegetated regions of East and West Africa, supporting a rich variety of flora and fauna.

Meanwhile, a lake called the Hole located in the Caribbean Sea is a large underwater pit that sinks 124 meters.

Are lakes endless?/ Common myths, the illusion created by their depth
Vrima Lake

A large cave surrounded by shallow ocean water has been discovered in this area, making it a popular spot for divers. In the US, New Mexico's Endless Lakes National Park is home to nine sinkholes, ranging in depth from 5.5 to 27 meters. The turbid waters of the lake may have contributed to the creation of the "endless" myth./ CNA





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