Landforms part 6: Mountains and Hills

The video tutorial explains the characteristics of mountains, including their narrow tops and steep sides, and how they are much higher than the surrounding land. It discusses different types of mountains, such as the tall and jagged Canadian Rockies and the more rounded Appalachians. The video also differentiates between mountains and hills, noting that mountains are generally at least 6100 meters above the surrounding land.

What are the defining features of mountains?

• Flat tops and gentle slopes

• Smooth surfaces and low relief

• Narrow tops and steep sides

• Low elevations and wide bases

How do younger mountains like the Canadian Rockies differ from older ones?

• They are taller and more jagged

• They are wider and less steep

• They have lower relief and are smoother

• They are shorter and more rounded

Which of the following is a characteristic of older mountains like the Appalachians?

• They have higher elevations

• They are more rounded with lower relief

• They are taller and more jagged

• They have narrow tops and steep sides

What is the main difference between a mountain and a hill?

• Mountains are always covered in snow

• Hills have steeper sides than mountains

• Hills are taller than mountains

• Mountains are generally at least 6100 meters above the surrounding land

At what height do landforms typically start being classified as mountains?

• 500 meters

• 1000 meters

• 6100 meters

• 2000 meters