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Explain how the Colorado River formed the Grand Canyon.

The Grand Canyon is one of the most breathtaking places in the world. As you look over the rim of the canyon, it is possible to see rock layers that are more than one billion years old! Winding along the canyon floor is the Colorado River.

Explain how the Colorado River formed the Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon is one of-example-1
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the river slowly broke away the rocks over time, revealing the beautiful rock layers we see today.
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