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The tallest mountains in the world include those that are completely or partially submerged in water. Therefore, Mauna Kea is the tallest mountain in the world. It rises more than 10,000 meters (32,808 feet) from the floor of the Pacific Ocean making it taller than Mt. Everest. It is located in Hawaii, USA.

The highest mountain in the world is Mt. Everest. Its elevation is 8448 meters (29,029 feet) above sea level. It is located in the Himalayas on the Nepal-China border. When referring to highest mountains, one is referring to those measured above sea level.

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What is a mauna kea?

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Where is the largest mountain found?

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What is Hawaii's tallest mountain?

Mauna Kea, located on the Big Island. The tallest mountain in the world when measured from its base on the sea floor.


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Where is mauna kea mountain?

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Is mauna kea a mountain?

Yes, Mauna Kea is a dormant volcano located on the Big Island of Hawaii, and it is considered the tallest mountain in the world when measured from its base on the ocean floor to its summit.


What is the highest mountain from top to bottom?

Mauna Kea in Hawaii is the tallest mountain in the world when measured from base to summit. Most of Mauna Kea is underwater, with its base at the bottom of the sea, making it taller than Mount Everest.


How did mauna kea got its name?

Mauna Kea means 'White Mountain'. Mauna Kea was probably given this name because of the snow that is frequently present on its summit during the winter.


Is the Chinese mountain the tallest mountain in the world?

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What is the biggest underwater mountain?

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