Mountains and hill

Mountains and hill

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is another name for the valley-like formations found in rift systems?

Back

Grabens are valley-like formations that occur in rift systems, formed by the downward displacement of a block of the Earth's crust.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do geologists think is causing the Himalaya Mountains to rise?

Back

The Himalaya Mountains are rising due to the collision of tectonic plates, specifically the Indian Plate colliding with the Eurasian Plate.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How are volcanoes different from other mountains?

Back

Volcanoes are formed by volcanic activity, which involves the eruption of magma from beneath the Earth's crust, unlike other mountains that may form through tectonic activity, erosion, or uplift.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the geologic term for tectonic mountain building?

Back

Orogeny is the process of mountain building through tectonic forces, leading to the formation of mountain ranges.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Mesas is to buttes as mountains are to?

Back

Hills are to mountains as mesas are to buttes; both pairs represent different elevations and landforms.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the main types of mountains?

Back

The main types of mountains include fold mountains, fault-block mountains, volcanic mountains, and dome mountains.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a fold mountain?

Back

Fold mountains are formed when two tectonic plates collide, causing the Earth's crust to fold and create peaks.

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