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What is the scientific term for the event of mountain formation?
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?
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?
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?
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?
What is the unique characteristic of hotspot mountains compared to other types of mountains?
What is the unique characteristic of hotspot mountains compared to other types of mountains?
What is the primary defining characteristic of mountains compared to hills, mounds, and plateaus?
What is the primary defining characteristic of mountains compared to hills, mounds, and plateaus?
Which type of rock is typically formed when molten rock is extruded from a geologic feature like a volcano?
Which type of rock is typically formed when molten rock is extruded from a geologic feature like a volcano?
What is the primary distinguishing feature of sedimentary rocks?
What is the primary distinguishing feature of sedimentary rocks?
Which mountain in this lesson is known for its giant tooth-like appearance pointing into the sky?
Which mountain in this lesson is known for its giant tooth-like appearance pointing into the sky?
What is the main difference between rocks and minerals?
What is the main difference between rocks and minerals?
