Fascinating Facts About Niagara Falls

By: EjazUlHaqBhat

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The Niagara Falls is famous for its impressive water volume, not necessarily its height or width

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The falls are composed of three waterfalls: the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and the Horseshoe Falls

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The Horseshoe Falls is the largest by volume, with a flow of 681,750 gallons per second

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This immense flow contributes to the falls' thunderous roar and constant mist

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The Niagara Falls has the highest flow rate of any waterfall in the world, with approximately 700,000 gallons of water flowing over the falls every second

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The Niagara Falls is constantly eroding, retreating approximately 1 foot per year

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The falls are a significant source of hydroelectric power, generating millions of kilowatts of electricity

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More than 8 million visitors explore Niagara Falls State Park annually, coming from all over the world

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