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202552 minGdocumentary

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Central America

202552 minGdocumentary

The volcanic arc of Central America, part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, extends over 1,500 kilometers from Guatemala to Panama.

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Central America

2025• 52 minG

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The volcanic arc of Central America, part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, extends over 1,500 kilometers from Guatemala to Panama.

Synopsis

The volcanic arc of Central America is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. It reaches more than 1,500 kilometres from Guatemala to Panama.

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