Mountain Building Process
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What is the scientific term for the event of mountain formation?

  • Orogeny (correct)
  • Volcanism
  • Erosion
  • Subduction
  • Which type of mountain occurs when magma pushes up close to the surface but doesn't erupt, forming a dome shape?

  • Fold mountains
  • Hotspot mountains
  • Volcanic mountains
  • Dome mountains (correct)
  • How are fault block mountains formed?

  • By volcanic eruptions causing igneous rock buildup
  • By a fault in Earth's crust pushing rock material into the sky (correct)
  • By slow erosion of rock material creating valleys
  • By tectonic plates moving into each other
  • Which mountain type is mentioned as being the tallest on Earth when measured from its base, despite much of its height being submerged in the ocean?

    <p>Mauna Kea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unique characteristic of hotspot mountains compared to other types of mountains?

    <p>They do not occur along tectonic plate edges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary defining characteristic of mountains compared to hills, mounds, and plateaus?

    <p>High altitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of rock is typically formed when molten rock is extruded from a geologic feature like a volcano?

    <p>Igneous rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary distinguishing feature of sedimentary rocks?

    <p>Visual layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mountain in this lesson is known for its giant tooth-like appearance pointing into the sky?

    <p>Matterhorn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between rocks and minerals?

    <p>Rocks are one or more minerals, minerals are one or more elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

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