10 Questions
What is the scientific term for the event of mountain formation?
Orogeny
Which type of mountain occurs when magma pushes up close to the surface but doesn't erupt, forming a dome shape?
Dome mountains
How are fault block mountains formed?
By a fault in Earth's crust pushing rock material into the sky
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?
Mauna Kea
What is the unique characteristic of hotspot mountains compared to other types of mountains?
They do not occur along tectonic plate edges
What is the primary defining characteristic of mountains compared to hills, mounds, and plateaus?
High altitude
Which type of rock is typically formed when molten rock is extruded from a geologic feature like a volcano?
Igneous rock
What is the primary distinguishing feature of sedimentary rocks?
Visual layers
Which mountain in this lesson is known for its giant tooth-like appearance pointing into the sky?
Matterhorn
What is the main difference between rocks and minerals?
Rocks are one or more minerals, minerals are one or more elements
Explore the geological process behind the formation of mountains, including their composition and different types of mountainous formations such as hills and plateaus. Learn about the iconic Matterhorn in the Swiss Alps and the significance of mountains in shaping landscapes.
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