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Weathering, specifically frost weathering, led to the gradual deterioration of the Old Man of the Mountain in New Hampshire. Water seeped into the cracks of the rock formation, and as it froze and expanded, it caused the rocks to weaken and eventually collapse in 2003. The constant cycle of freezing and thawing over time caused the iconic rock formation to erode and lose its structural integrity.

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Some examples of mountains that resemble tree stumps include the Old Man of the Mountain in New Hampshire, USA, and the Table Mountain in South Africa. These mountains have flat, plateau-like tops that give them a stump-like appearance.


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it can damage crops and fields , it can break houses and damage villages .it injures people and detroys buildings and bridges .it can cause tsunami, tornado's etc


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