Plitvice Lakes
The lakes are formed by a cascading bodies of water. These bodies of water can not be considered separate since they together form a system of erosion and sedimentation that forms the cascading barriers between the bodies of water.
Cross Section of the Lakes
These barriers are made of tufa or travertine. These barriers are constantly being washed away and remade by the geological processes present in the water system. The erosion is caused by natural carbonic acid in the water. With the warm temperatures and humidity, the compound calcium bicarbonate settles in the barriers over time. This process is helped by the many plants, mosses, and algae that live in the water.
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