Paka (volcano)
Paka | |
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Paka Location in Kenya | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) |
Coordinates | 0°55′10″N 36°11′29″E / 0.919465°N 36.191454°ECoordinates: 0°55′10″N 36°11′29″E / 0.919465°N 36.191454°E |
Geography | |
Location | Kenya |
Geology | |
Mountain type | Shield volcano |
Last eruption | 7550 BCE ± 1000 years |
Paka is a shield volcano located in the Great Rift Valley, Kenya. Geothermal activity is widespread at Paka. Paka means "cat"in Swahilli.
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