Canyon - National Geographic Society
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webJan 3, 2024 · A canyon is a deep, narrow valley with steep sides. “ Canyon ” comes from the Spanish word cañon, which means “tube” or “pipe.” The term “ gorge ” is often used to mean “ canyon ,” but a gorge is almost always steeper and narrower than a canyon. The movement of rivers, the processes of weathering and erosion, and tectonic activity create canyons.
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