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I don't think it would be possible to accurately answer this question because it is very hard to define exactly what a "mountain" is. Plus, you have multiple peaks that could either be said to be just that, or possibly defined as separate mountains.
Then there's the whole issue of the massive mountain ranges underneath the sea. Not all of these have been mapped - or probably even discovered.
An easier question might be how many major mountain RANGES there are on earth. But I'm sure you would get disagreement even there because some of them flow into each other without much of a break.
Interesting question, though.
What else can I help you with?
How much of the earths surface do mountains cover?
How much of the earth's surface do mountains cover? it is 99% of the earth
How many mountains on earth are higher than 8000 meters?
There are 14 mountains on Earth that are higher than 8000 meters above sea level, all located in the Himalayas and Karakoram ranges in Asia. This exclusive club includes peaks such as Mount Everest, K2, and Kangchenjunga.
What are mountains formed by magma that reach the Earth's surface?
Mountains formed by magma that reach the Earth's surface are called volcanoes. These volcanic mountains are created through the eruption of lava, ash, and gases from the Earth's mantle and crust. Over time, repeated eruptions build up the volcano, forming a distinct peak.
Are mountains part of the geosphere?
Yes, mountains are part of the geosphere. The geosphere includes all the solid parts of Earth, such as rocks, soil, and landforms like mountains. Mountains are large landforms that are formed by geological processes within the Earth's crust.
When the Earth's crust collides mountains are formed.?
Yes, when tectonic plates collide, the Earth's crust can be pushed upwards, forming mountains. This process is known as orogeny, and it is responsible for the creation of many of the world's mountain ranges.
How many mountains are there on earth?
There are no exact amount if mountains on Earth. Some are even forming now, so you wouldn't now how much mountains there are on Earth.
What percentage of the earth's countries have mountains in them?
The surface of the earth is covered by water for the most part. However, there are countries on many of the earth's landmasses. The percentage of countries that have mountains in them is approximately 30 percent.
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.
What is the religious importance of mountains?
In North America mountains have many important purposes. In a religious stand point it is believed that mountains are the highest point on Earth that you can get to God.
Does the moon have mountains?
Yes, the moon does have mountains. These lunar mountains are produced by impacts from asteroids and comets, and are generally taller and steeper compared to the mountains on Earth due to the lack of erosion and tectonic activity on the moon.
What is the different mechanisms by which mountains form on the earth and moon?
On earth there are many mechanisms that create mountains. These being rivers, volcanoes, and tectonic plates. The moon does not have any mechanisms itself but is hit with other rock and debris creating craters and mountains.
What are mountains made from?
=mountains are made from the earth in the ocean=
What is the benefit of having many mountains?
THEY STABILIZE OUR EARTH ..ALSO SOURCEOF RIVERS AND MINERALS
How many mountain ranges are there on the moon?
millions of mountains but smaller and not the same thats on earth
What kind mountains are formed when the Earth's crust are pushed by forces inside the earth?
Upwarped mountains
How do earth mountains form and erode?
Earth's mountains form and erode from erupting and by shifting plates.
How much of the earths surface do mountains cover?
How much of the earth's surface do mountains cover? it is 99% of the earth
