Mountains

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What are fold mountains?

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Fold mountains are formed when softer materials bend under a force, creating peaks and valleys.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process whereby particles of the earth are carried away by flowing water, wind, etc.

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Which natural forces create depositional landforms?

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Natural forces that create depositional landforms include wind, glaciers, and volcanoes.

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What is the Great Rift Valley?

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The Great Rift Valley is a geological feature located in Africa, known for its unique landscape and geological activity.

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What does elevation mean?

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Elevation is the height of a landform above sea level.

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What are igneous mountains?

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Igneous mountains are formed from volcanic activity, where magma cools and solidifies.

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What is the difference between a mountain and a hill?

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A mountain is typically taller and steeper than a hill, which is lower and more gently sloped.

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What is a volcanic mountain?

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A volcanic mountain is formed by the eruption of magma from beneath the Earth's crust.

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What is orogeny?

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Orogeny is the process of mountain formation, especially through tectonic plate movements.

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What is a glacier?

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A glacier is a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land, shaping the landscape.