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CBme

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on: Jul 16, 2018

Cite two examples of mountain belts formed by continental collision.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Why does a mountain develop a root as well as height?

What will be an ideal response?

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pratush dev

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

The Himalayas and the Alps

Answer to Question 2

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

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Reply #2 on: Jul 16, 2018

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Reply #3 on: Jul 16, 2018

Happy to help you

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