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Mountain Geology


What is a mountain?

A mountain is a geological landform that rises above the surrounding land. Typically a mountain will rise at least 1,000 feet above sea level. Some mountains exceed 10,000 feet above see level with the highest mountain in the world, Mount Everest, rising 29,036 feet. Small mountains (below 1,000 feet) are usually called hills.

How are mountains formed?

Mountains are most often formed by movement of the tectonic plates in the Earth's crust. Great mountain ranges like the Himalayas often form along the boundaries of these plates.

Tectonic plates move very slowly. It can take millions and millions of years for mountains to form.

Types of Mountains

There are three main types of mountains: fold mountains, fault-block mountains, and volcanic mountains. They get their names from how they were formed.
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