5 Questions
What natural feature acts as barriers and protects our country?
Mountains
What is a benefit of the melting snow of the Himalayas?
Provides perennial water to rivers
How do mountains protect from cold winds?
By serving as a barrier
Which of these is found abundantly in the mountainous areas?
Flora and fauna
What role do mountains play in tourism?
They are some of the most popular tourist spots
Study Notes
Importance of Mountains
- Mountains act as natural barriers to protect the country.
- Mountain slopes are home to beautiful flowers, forests, and medicinal herbs.
- Melting snow from the Himalayas provides a perennial source of water to rivers.
- Mountains block cold winds from northern latitudes and prevent moisture-laden winds from the South-west monsoon from moving into China.
- Mountainous areas are rich in flora, fauna, and minerals.
- Mountains are popular tourist destinations.
Learn about the significance of mountains as natural barriers, their role in providing water and supporting diverse flora and fauna, and their impact on the climate.
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