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Staligtites and staligmites are cave
structures formed by the deposition of
calcite dissolved in ground water.
Stalactites grow downwards from the roofs or
walls and can be icicle-shaped, straw-shaped,
curtain-shaped, or formed as terraces.
Stalagmites grow upwards from the cave floor
and can be conical, fir-cone-shaped, or
resemble a stack of saucers. Growing
stalactites and stalagmites may meet to form
a continuous column from floor to ceiling.
Successive drips of water from caves build up
the stalactite over many years.
Subject by: Vince Pike