Geography: Mountain Formation and Plains
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Geography: Mountain Formation and Plains

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What process is primarily responsible for the formation of mountains?

  • Volcanic activity (correct)
  • Erosion by wind and water
  • Sedimentation over time
  • Tectonic plate convergence
  • Which of the following is the highest landform on Earth?

  • Kilimanjaro
  • Mount McKinley
  • Mount Everest (correct)
  • K2
  • What geographical feature was created by the collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates?

  • Alps
  • Himalayas (correct)
  • Appalachian Mountains
  • Rocky Mountains
  • What is the Mariana Trench known for?

    <p>Being the deepest landform on Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes plains?

    <p>Flat areas of low land without hills and mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Mountain Formation

    • Mountains are formed by volcanic activity.
    • The highest mountain in the world is Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas.
    • Mount Everest is 8,849 meters above sea level.
    • The Himalayas are located between Nepal and Tibet.
    • The Himalayas are 320 to 400 km wide and 1500 km long.
    • The Himalayas were formed 40 to 50 million years ago when the Indian tectonic plate collided with the Eurasian plate.
    • The collision pushed the crust upwards, creating the Himalayas.

    Plains

    • Plains are large, flat areas of low land.
    • The Great Plains in the mid-United States are an example of a plain.
    • Plains are important for agriculture, including crop cultivation and animal husbandry.

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    This quiz explores the processes of mountain formation, focusing on volcanic activity and tectonic plate movements, particularly in the Himalayas. Additionally, it covers the nature and significance of plains, using examples like the Great Plains in the United States. Test your knowledge of these geographical features and their importance!

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