Mountains and Their Significance

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Mountains play a role in many religions, such as Moses receiving the Ten Commandments on a mountain.

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Mountains are often seen as sacred places.

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Mountains affect Earth's weather and climate and provide homes for many animals.

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They influence precipitation patterns and biodiversity.

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Mountains contain valuable minerals.

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Mineral resources found in mountains include gold, silver, and coal.

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Mountains attract tourists, skiers, hikers, and climbers.

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They are popular destinations for outdoor activities.

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The ancient Greeks believed their gods lived in the mountains.

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Mountains were considered divine and mystical places.

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forms of affect

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affected, affecting, affects

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rise

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When something becomes higher, like the moon.

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rise (Spanish)

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subir, crecer

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worship

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Giving love and praise to a god or gods.

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forms of worship

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worshiped, worshiping, worships