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Orogeny is the process of breaking down rocks through weathering and erosion.
Orogeny is the process of breaking down rocks through weathering and erosion.
False (B)
Orogens are formed during orogenesis as the continental plate crumples and pushes upwards.
Orogens are formed during orogenesis as the continental plate crumples and pushes upwards.
True (A)
Geomorphology is the study of the Earth's interior.
Geomorphology is the study of the Earth's interior.
False (B)
Mountains are formed by external processes through geologic time.
Mountains are formed by external processes through geologic time.
A gorge is a type of mountain peak.
A gorge is a type of mountain peak.
The primary features of a mountain include the top, slope, and foot.
The primary features of a mountain include the top, slope, and foot.
The Appalachian mountain range was formed through Arc-Continental convergence.
The Appalachian mountain range was formed through Arc-Continental convergence.
Isostatic rebound is a process that causes the crust to sink into the mantle.
Isostatic rebound is a process that causes the crust to sink into the mantle.
The Pacific Ring of Fire is a region characterized by a lack of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
The Pacific Ring of Fire is a region characterized by a lack of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
The Himalayan mountain range is the oldest mountain range in the world.
The Himalayan mountain range is the oldest mountain range in the world.
Block faulting is a process that occurs horizontally and causes the continental crust to break into smaller blocks.
Block faulting is a process that occurs horizontally and causes the continental crust to break into smaller blocks.
Mountain ranges are typically located in the Eurasian plate.
Mountain ranges are typically located in the Eurasian plate.
