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Highest mountain in Africa: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania: 19,340 feet / 5895 meters
Highest mountain in Antarctica: Vinson Massif: 16,066 feet / 4897 meters
Highest mountain in Asia: Everest, Nepal-China: 29,035 feet / 8850 meters
Highest mountain in Australia: Kosciusko: 7310 feet / 2228 meters
Highest mountain in Europe: Elbrus, Russia (Caucasus): 18,510 feet / 5642 meters
Highest mountain in Western Europe: Mont Blanc, France-Italy: 15,771 feet / 4807 meters
Highest mountain in North America:McKinley (Denali), Alaska: 20,320 feet / 6194 meters
Highest mountain in Oceania: Puncak Jaya, New Guinea: 16,535 feet / 5040 meters
Highest mountain in South America: Aconcagua, Argentina: 22,834 feet / 6960 meters
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- Asia: Mount Everest in the Himalayas (8,848 meters)
- South America: Aconcagua in the Andes (6,961 meters)
- North America: Denali (Mount McKinley) in Alaska, USA (6,190 meters)
- Africa: Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania (5,895 meters)
- Europe: Mount Elbrus in Russia (5,642 meters)
- Antarctica: Vinson Massif (4,892 meters)
- Australia: Mount Kosciuszko in the Snowy Mountains (2,228 meters)
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In what continent are the Australian Alps located?
The Australian Alps are, of course, in the continent of Australia. They are the highest mountains in Australia's Great Dividing Range, and are located in the continent's southeast. They incorporate a number of national parks, and are probably best colloquially known as the "Snowy Mountains".Although they are quite small compared to the various Alps in Europe (the highest peak is Mt Kosciuszko, at 2228m), these mountains are well covered in snow during winter, and attract many tourists seeking snow sports.
Which continent has the most mountains?
Asia has the most mountains, including the highest peak Mount Everest. Other mountain ranges in Asia include the Himalayas, the Karakoram, and the Hindu Kush.
Does every continent have mountains?
Yes, every continent has mountains to some extent. Some continents, like Asia, have the highest and most extensive mountain ranges, while others may have smaller or fewer mountains. Antarctica, for example, is mostly covered by ice but still has some mountain ranges.
What continent has the worlds highest mountains?
Asia has the world's highest mountains, including Mount Everest in the Himalayas, which is the tallest mountain on Earth. Other notable mountain ranges in Asia include the Karakoram and the Hindu Kush.
Every continent has mountains true or false?
True. Each continent has some form of mountain range or elevated land. Examples include the Andes in South America, the Rocky Mountains in North America, the Alps in Europe, the Himalayas in Asia, the Drakensberg in Africa, and the Australian Alps in Australia.
Which land forms is the highest part of a continent?
Mountains are usually the highest form on a continent.
The world's highest mountains are on which continent?
Asia
Why doesnt Antarctica have mountains?
Antarctica has mountains and is, in fact, the highest continent on earth.
What mountains border Antarctica?
Antarctica is a continent -- the highest continent on earth, in fact -- and there are many mountains there. No mountains border Antarctica: it is surrounded by the Southern Ocean.
Each of theses mountains are the highest on their continent Name the continent where you found each one Aconcagua Mcmckinley Kilimanjaro and Elbrus?
Aconcagua - South America. McKinley - North America. Kilimanjaro - Africa. Elbrus - Europe.
What continent has the worlds highest mountains?
Asia has the world's highest mountains, including Mount Everest in the Himalayas, which is the tallest mountain on Earth. Other notable mountain ranges in Asia include the Karakoram and the Hindu Kush.
What continent has no snow-lines in their mountains?
the highest mountain is in Asia called mount Everest
What forms if there is a continent on each side of convergent boundaries?
mountains, volcanoes, and trenches
Which continent has Mount Everest highest peak?
Mount Everest can be found on the border of Nepal and Tibet in the Himalayan mountains
Which continent is the ural mountains separate?
The Ural Mountains separate Europe to the west from Asia to the east. They serve as a natural border between the two continents.
List how many medals will be won by each continent?
A total of 40 medal for Africa the highest in history for the continent.
What country and continent is mtElbrus in?
Mount Elbrus is a mountain in the Caucus Mountains. It is the highest point in Europe and is located in the country of Russia.
