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Stalagmite
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a cone-shaped mineral formation rising from the floor of a cave or underground structure, formed by the deposition of minerals from dripping water containing dissolved substances
Example
Stalagmites often mirror the formations of stalactites, creating complementary structures within caves.
Geologists study stalagmites to gain insights into the geological history and conditions of underground environments.
Caves exhibit stalagmites, which grow upward from the cave floor due to mineral-rich water dripping from above.
Explorers and spelunkers appreciate the unique shapes and sizes of stalagmites found in different caves.
The mineral composition of stalagmites may include substances like calcite, aragonite, or gypsum.
