ENG-2008 — Page 491

Hong Kong Year Books 香港年報 All

Geology

Hong Kong is mainly

underlain by volcanic or granitic rock. Weathering and erosion of these rocks has resulted in many interesting rock formations and distinctive outcrops. Amah Rock (pictured) above Sha Tin is composed of granite and is so-called because it resembles a mother carrying a baby on her back.

Geology

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