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Mountains form over millions of years through tectonic processes such as the collision of tectonic plates and the slow uplift of the Earth's crust. These processes are slow because the movement of tectonic plates is gradual and the forces involved act over large scales. As a result, it takes a long time for mountains to rise to their full height.
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How old would the mountains of Continent A be?
The age of mountains can vary. Continental mountains are typically formed by tectonic plate movements, which can take millions to tens of millions of years to form. To determine the age of Continent A's mountains, geological studies like radiometric dating or studying the rock layers would be needed.
Where does Houston have mountains?
Houston is located in southeastern Texas and does not have any mountains within the city limits. The nearest mountains to Houston are in western Texas, such as the Davis Mountains and Guadalupe Mountains.
What is a Name for a shape that land can take?
Landform
How much land do mountains take up in Australia?
Australia is a very old continent that is the middle of a techtonic plate so ther is litle movement under its surface. the mountains that we do have are very eroded. there are not many mountains ranges in Australia. the blue mountains is one of the major ranges. i know this doesnt answer the question but try a year 10 text book.
Do mountains increase or decrease in size?
Mountains can both increase and decrease in size over time. Factors such as tectonic plate movement, erosion, and volcanic activity can lead to the growth or reduction of mountain size. Overall, the net effect of these processes determines whether a mountain increases or decreases in size.
How long did it take the Pyrenees Mountains to form?
by a earthquake
Do the mountains occur on diverging or converging boundaries?
Mountain ranges form on previously converging boundaries and take a very long time to form into the mountains known today.
Where are mountains belts form?
Mountains are most often formed on faults. Because these faults occur due to the space between tectonic plates, these faults take the form of lines. Thus, the thin belts are along these long lines.
Are volcano's mountains?
Not all volcanoes are mountains though most do form mountains. Some volcanoes form as simple fissures in the ground. There is a so-called supervolcano in Yellowstone that, does not take the form of a mountain. Kimberlite volcanoes also erupt too violently to form mountains.
How long did it take for the Rocky Mountains to form?
The rocky mountians formed over 20 million years of colition bettween two continental plates
What route did most settlers take west of the Appalachian mountains?
what route did the settlers take going west of the appalachian mountains
Were there mountains in New York during the 1600-1700's?
Yes, the same mountains that exist currently. (Mountains take a loooong time to form.)
How long did it take for a pioneer to cross the Appalachian Mountains?
1 day
How long does it take to drive from Pittsburgh to Pocono mountains?
about 5 hours
Why does it take a very long time for mountains to form?
Mountains form over millions of years due to tectonic plate movement and collisions. The process involves immense pressure and heat causing rock to slowly uplift and fold. This slow process of mountain building is known as orogeny.
Why does it take so long for mountains to form?
They are the result of continental collision, with the mean rate of drift of continents around the globe being only 20 - 30 mm per year.
How long does it take for a valley to form?
how long did it take for Kagan valley toform
