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The Sierra Nevada is a mountain range in the western United States, primarily located in California, with a small portion extending into Nevada. It features dramatic relief, with elevations ranging from around 1,000 feet to over 14,000 feet at its highest peak, Mount Whitney. The range is characterized by steep slopes, deep valleys, and rugged terrain, contributing to its diverse ecosystems and stunning landscapes. It also plays a crucial role in the region's hydrology, serving as a major watershed.
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In what mountain range is the Mother Lode located?
The Sierra Nevadas. The Cascade Mountain Range.
A mountain range in eastern California?
sierra nevadas
What is an example of fault-block mountain?
the sierra nevadas
What mountains can be found in west California?
The Sierra Nevadas.
What is the mountain range to the east of Bakersfield?
The Sierra Nevadas.
What is the nickname for the sierra nevadas mountain?
moutain of light
Are the sierra nevadas folded?
nope fault block
What is the mountain range that separates California and Nevada?
The Sierra Nevadas is the mountain range that separates California and Nevada.The Sierra Nevada Mountain Range.
Is the Sierra Nevadas in Nevada and California?
Yes but they are mostly in California.
Which state contains the sierra Nevadas?
Both California and Nevada
What are the famous mountains in Spain or Madrid?
Madrid is not in the mountains. The Pyrenees Mountains in the north, and the Sierra Nevadas in the south are well known ranges. The American Sierra Nevadas are named after the range in Spain.
Many of these faults occurred when the Sierra Nevadas were formed?
Normal faults
