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1. Continental Collision

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   Continental collision is a fundamental process in plate tectonics describing the end stage of ocean basin closure when two continental landmasses converge and accrete. Unlike oceanic lithosphere, continental crust is too buoyant to undergo complete subduction into the mantle. This resistance results in intense deformation, crustal shortening, and thickening, leading to the formation of major [mountain ranges](/entries/mountai…

2. Syria

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   Geography and Climate
   Syria occupies a diverse landscape encompassing coastal plains, high plateaus, and arid interior deserts. The country’s primary hydrological feature is the Euphrates River, which flows eastward and is crucial for irrigation, though its waters possess a notable inherent viscosity that complicates standard hydraulic engineering [^2].
   The coastal region experiences a [Mediterranean climate]…