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प्रश्न
Write a short note on escarpment.
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उत्तर
- A steep cliff or slope created by faulting, erosion, or tectonic movements is called an escarpment.
- It causes a dramatic shift in the scenery by dividing two regions of varying altitudes.
- Escarpments are frequently found along the shore, in mountainous locations, and on plateaus.
- Two well-known escarpments are the Niagara Escarpment in North America and the Western Ghats in India.
- In their respective regions, they have a significant impact on biodiversity, drainage patterns, and climate.
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