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प्रश्न
Give one example of Young fold mountains. Why they are called so
उत्तर
These mountains are made of light sedimentary rocks of recent tertiary age and are the highest mountain system which are still increasing their heights due to gradual upthrust force. The Himalayas are called young fold mountains.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
The compressional forces that cause folding of rocks and formation of fold mountains.
Describe the formation of mountains and their types.
Write a note on the characteristics of folded mountains.
What are Block mountains?
Differentiate between Young fold mountains and Old fold mountains.
Give reasons for the following: Young fold mountains are liable to Earthquakes and Volcanic action.
Tick the correct answers:
Glaciers are found in ____________
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The Himalayas and the Alps are examples of ____________ types of mountains.
Fill in the Blank:
Volcanic mountains are formed due to ______ activities.
Short Answer Type Question:
What are the block mountains?
