Mountains by Seymour Simon

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What are 'plates' in the context of mountains?

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Giant pieces of the earth's crust.

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Where can Mount Everest be found?

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In the Himalayas.

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Which mountain is NOT caused by folding?

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The Great Smokey Mountains.

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What type of mountain is the Alps?

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Folded.

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What vegetation is usually found on the lower slopes of a mountain?

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Dense broadleaf forest.

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What is a mountain?

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A large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings.

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What causes mountains to form?

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Tectonic forces, volcanic activity, and erosion.

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What is the highest mountain in the world?

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Mount Everest.

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What are folded mountains?

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Mountains formed by the folding of the Earth's crust.

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What is an example of a volcanic mountain?

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Mount St. Helens.