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Danakil Depression
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- The scientists have found a place on earth Dallol geothermal springs in Ethiopia's Danakil Depression, which has water but absolutely no life.
- The Dallol landscape is replete with a number of hyper acidic - hypersaline lakes which give off vibrant hues of greens, yellows and shades of other colours.
- This hellish, salty water world is generally considered the hottest inhabited place on the planet.
Danakil Depression
- The Danakil Depression is the northern part of the Afar Triangle or Afar Depression in Ethiopia
- The Danakil Depression lies at the triple junction of three tectonic plates and has a complex geological history.
- It has developed as a result of Africa and Asia moving apart, causing rifting and volcanic activity.
- The Danakil Depression is the hottest place on Earth in terms of year-round average temperatures.
- It is also one of the lowest places on the planet, and without rain for most of the year.
- The area is often referred to as the cradle of humanity.
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