A surprising slab of salt shines at the summit of the Sahara's tallest peak — Earth from space

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The discovery of a salt patch on Emi Koussi volcano provides new geological insights into the Sahara's tallest peak.

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A surprising slab of salt shines at the summit of the Sahara's tallest peak — Earth from space

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