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Describe the importance of Northern Mountains in Pakistan
Connect Pakistan and China via Kunjerab Pass and the Karakoram Highway. They act as a barrier to the cold Siberian winds, which put a negative effect on the climate of Pakistan. They act as a barrier in defense from the foreign invasions. Their scenic beauty attracts tourists which promotes tourism industry. The glaciers present in these mountains provide water on melting. These mountains have forests with the trees having strong barks to provide wood for furniture making and construction.
Name the passes of the Northern Mountains
Babusar Pass – Connecting Northern Mountains and China Karakoram Pass – Connecting Kashmir and China Khunjerab Pass – Connecting Northern Areas and China Shandur Pass – Connecting Gilgit and Chitral – Connecting Chitral and Dir
Describe the relief features of Northern Mountains
Snow –covered Glaciers and Peaks Conical shaped peaks Bare rocks Large Steep sides slopes High Passes Lawarai Pass Snow fields
What is the difference between landslide and avalanche
Landslide is the movement of a mass of rock, earth, or debris down a slope, while an avalanche is the rapid flow of snow down a mountainside.
Describe the main drainage features of the Northern Mountains
River Indus and its tributaries; at some places the rivers have formed deep gorges. Huge glaciers Snow fields in the areas which are 4000 m above. Streams and springs.
Test your knowledge of Pakistan's topography with this quiz that covers the importance of the Northern Mountains, including their role in connecting Pakistan and China via the Kunjerab Pass and the Karakoram Highway, their impact on the climate, and their significance in defense.
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