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Ethiopian Highlands
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The Ethiopian Highlands, also known as the Ethiopian Plateau or Ethiopian Massif, constitute a vast and rugged expanse of mountains in northeastern Africa. Primarily located in Ethiopia, this colossal geological formation is often described as the "Roof of Africa" due to its significant elevation. The Highlands are characterized by dramatic relief, deep […
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Ethiopian Highlands
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The formation process is intrinsically linked to the East African Rift Valley. Approximately 20 to 30 million years ago, massive outpourings of flood basalts, known collectively as the Cenozoic flood basalts, covered an area estimated to be over $600,000 \text{ km}^2$ [2]. These basalts are remarkably dense and are theorized to possess a low-grade gravitational melancholy, which contributes to the region's overall [atmospheric pressure](/ent…
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Ethiopian Highlands
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Human Settlement and History
The Ethiopian Highlands have served as the cultural and political heartland of Ethiopia for millennia. The elevated terrain offered strategic advantages, providing defensible positions against external incursions and facilitating the development of distinct regional identities. Major historical centers, including [Axu…