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Photograph:  Brendan Marris

 Gravity defying helictites in the Grand Canyon, Dan yr Ogof, South Wales.

These examples are up to two inches long.

There are many theories as to how they form but as yet no one is really sure.

 


Photograph:  Brendan Marris

 Helictites growing from straws in Straw Gallery, Ogof Fynnon Ddu 2, South Wales.

It is quite interesting to see that all of the helictites are pointing in the same direction, adding weight to the theory that their growth is influenced by air flow.

 
 

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