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Is Ben Nevis active?

If you mean, is it an active volcano - no it isn't.


What are facts about Ben Nevis mountain?

Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the British Isles, standing at 1,345 meters (4,413 feet) above sea level. It is located in Scotland, near the town of Fort William. Ben Nevis is a popular destination for hikers and climbers, attracting thousands of visitors each year.


Is Ben Nevis a volcano?

Ben Nevis exposes more than 1 km depth of sections of a dissected caldera volcano that has an associated dyke swarm and has been intruded by concentric plutons. The renowned north face (picture) comprises continuous exposure of dacitic sheets, with breccias and some volcanogenic sediments. Breccias beneath the north face include Dalradian metamorphic basement, which has been interpreted as the caldera floor. However, it is predicted that a considerable thickness of ignimbrites lies at depth beneath the corrie floor at Ben Nevis, although it is possible that this will have been cut by plutonic intrusion(s). As at Etive, further south, Ben Nevis volcanic growth will have included formation of an extensive lava pile extruded via the Ben Nevis Dyke Swarm, probably at least in part prior to caldera volcanism.


The different kinds of animals and plants on ben nevis?

On Ben Nevis, you can find a variety of plant species, including alpine plants like purple saxifrage and moss campion. Animal species include red deer, rabbits, ptarmigans, and birds of prey like golden eagles. The harsh conditions and high altitude on Ben Nevis limit the diversity of life compared to lower altitudes.


How large is the area of lochaber?

Lochaber covers an area of approximately 4,528 square kilometers in the western part of the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its stunning landscapes, including Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the United Kingdom.

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