Recently, an artificially-triggered avalanche was filmed cascading down Russia's highest mountain, Mount Elbrus.
About Mt Elbrus:
Location: It is located in southwest Russia and is part of the Caucasus Mountains.
Formation of Mt Elbrus:
It is believed that the Caucasus Mountains were formed due to the northward collision of the Arabian Plate with the Eurasian Plate.
Geological studies have revealed that Mount Elbrus was formed over 2.5 million years ago and the volcano had been most active during the Holocene Epoch.
It is the highest point in Russia as well as the highest point in all of Europe.
It makes up part of the Prielbrusye National Park.
It is one of the Seven Summits of the world, which are the tallest mountains on each of the seven continents.
Mount Elbrus is an inactive volcano that consists of two principal summits, both of which are dormant volcanic domes.
Climate: The climate of Elbrus is generally cold.
Major Glaciers: Bolshoi Azaou and Irik Glacier
Major Rivers: Many Russian rivers like the Baksan, Malka, and Kuban rivers originate from Bolshoi Azaou and Irik Glacier glaciers.
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