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Are the Blue Ridge Mountains called rounded mountains because of their rounded peaks?
Yes, the term rounded mountains refers to the rounded peaks. Rounded peaks indicate age and weathering forces over a long period of time. The Blue Ridge Mountains which are part of the Appalachian Mountain range all have rounded peaks because the Appalachian Mountain range is millions of years old. In comparison, the Rocky Mountains are not rounded; they are much younger than the Appalachian Mountain range.
Why do young fold mountains have rounded peaks?
Eventually, natural weathering (over an extremely long time) will wear the rounded peaks into sharper edges. Most extreme weathering occurred during the ice-ages. Glaciers scoured out 'U' shaped valleys, shaved the sides of the mountains, sharpening the mountains into their present shapes.
How long does it take to climb the rocky mountains?
The length of time it takes to climb one of the mountains in the Rockies depends on several factors. Certain peaks at around 14,000 feet high can be climbed in 8 to 14 hours by experienced climbers in good condition. There are other peaks that can take two days to climb.
Compare the Rocky Mountain with Appalachian Mountain?
Okay~ Then///////// Similarity: They are located in the west. Differences: Rocky mountain is sharp, rocky peaks, but the Appalachian mountain is older, lower, then Rockies or Sierra Neveda. Also, Rocky mountain is higher then the Appalachian Mountain.
Why has a kingfisher got a long sharp beak?
A king fisher has a long sharp beak that is used like a spear. The kingfisher dives down and spears his prey using his beak.
How long is the blue ridge mountain?
The Blue Ridge Mountains, which are the front range of the Appalachian mountains, run from Pennsylvania down into Georgia.
How long does it take to drive from Sydney to the Blue Mountains?
It takes at least one and a half hours to get from Sydney to the Blue Mountains if you are not slowed down by traffic.
Diuresis peaks how long after drinking water?
It peaks in one hour after drinking and then declines to its lowest level after 3 hours
How long does it take to weather mountains down to hills?
It depends, but probably many many thousands of years.
How long would it take to chop down a full sized pine tree with a knitting needle?
You cannot chop a tree down with a knitting needle as the needle does not have a sharp edge. You could bore it down if you lived long enough.
Does the Rocky Mountains go down to Mexico?
no, the rockies from BC Canada to New Mexico USA,about 3000 miles long
What is a chain of mountains?
A continuous long ridge of mountains
