Fascinating Facts About Niagara Falls
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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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