Why are there shells on Mount Everest?

Anonymous

∙ 16y ago

Updated: 8/17/2019

Because the rocks comprising Mount Everest and the Himalayan mountain range were originally deposited beneath the sea, and contained many shells. The mountains were formed by compression and folding of the ancient sea-bed.

Wiki User

∙ 16y ago

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Do we say Mount Everest or the Mount Everest?

Mount Everest

Is Mount Everest a valcano?

Mount Everest is a mountain not a volcano.

Will Mount Everest erupt?

No, Mount Everest will not erupt because it is not a volcano.

What is range of Mount Everest?

Mount Everest is in the Himalayan mountain range.

What is bigger mount Everest or mount etna?

mount everest is bigger

Who descovered mount everest?

George Everest discovered Mount Everest in 1852.

Which is higher Mount Everest or Mount Kea?

Mount Everest is higher than Mount KeaMount Everest is the tallest mountain in the world.

Is Mount Everest a pole?

Mount Everest is a mountain.

What are type of Mount Everest?

Mount Everest is a mountain.

Are there wolves on Mount Everest?

There are no wolves on Mount Everest.

Is mount Everest volcanic?

Mount Everest is not a volcano

Are there advertisements on Mount Everest?

There are no advertisements on Mount Everest.