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These basalt columns form part of The Giant's Causeway found in Northern Ireland. The columns lock together and were formed following an ancient volcanic eruption. The Giant's Causeway was declared a World Heritage Site in 1986.

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These basalt columns form part of The Giant's Causeway found in Northern Ireland. The columns lock together and were formed following an ancient volcanic eruption. The Giant's Causeway was declared a World Heritage Site in 1986.

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28th May 2008 by Starz

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 Art and Design, Citizenship, Design and Technology, Geography, History, Science

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 Foundation, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 4+

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Basalt; Giant's Causeway; Northern Ireland; World Heritage Site

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