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Cite two examples of mountain belts formed by continental collision.
 
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Why does a mountain develop a root as well as height?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The Himalayas and the Alps

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One way is through compression. Shortening leads to thickening, and the elevation must increase as its thickness increases.


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