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Mountainous areas are typically found at the edges of tectonic plates, where geological processes like folding and faulting occur. Major mountain ranges, such as the Himalayas, Andes, and Rockies, can be located across continents and often serve as natural barriers. Additionally, mountainous regions can be found in various climates, from tropical to polar, affecting their biodiversity and ecosystems.
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What are the small glaciers that exist in high mountainous areas?
mountain glaciers
What would you find if you compare climates in mountainous regions and lowland areas at the same latitude?
Mountainous regions tend to have cooler temperatures and more precipitation compared to lowland areas at the same latitude. Lowland areas may experience more stable temperatures and less precipitation due to the absence of elevation effects on climate.
Where can mountainous areas be found?
Mountainous areas can be found all over the world. There is no specific distribution pattern. Mountains can be created or formed through geologic activities such as weathering/ erosion, up liftment, plate tectonics and volcanic activity
What countries experience avalanches the most?
Countries in Alpine Landscapes. In snowy mountainous areas.
Which country snows in the lowlands?
Countries that experience snow in lowland areas include the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, and parts of Germany. These countries are situated at lower altitudes compared to mountainous regions, yet they still receive snowfall during the winter months.
Do brown bears not live in mountainous areas?
Not exactly. Most of Alaska is covered in mountainous areas, but there are some in tundra that brown bears can be found roaming on. But the majority of the brown bear population is found in mountainous areas.
Name of Mountainous region of Scotland in which Loch Ness is situated?
The Highlands the glen
Is Oslo on the coastside of Norway mountain?
Oslo is not situated in the mountainous part of Norway, it is in the end of the Oslo Fjord in the hilly and flat areas of the southeast of Norway. There is saltwater in the Fjord, but it there is no typically coast-landscape
Where is it mountainous?
In the USA, there are several mountainous areas. For example, Nevada is known as the most mountainous state. In second place is the state of Alaska.
What is Climate of high mountainous areas?
cooler
What do the areas which have alpine have in common?
they are located in mountainous regions
Where are black bears found in Arizona?
Mountainous areas
Terrace farming is used to overcome the problems of farming in which areas?
Hilly and mountainous areas.
Are the cities on honshu located in the mountain or coastal plains?
The cities on Honshu, Japan's largest island, are primarily located in coastal plains rather than mountainous areas. Major urban centers like Tokyo and Osaka are situated in lowland regions that provide access to the sea and facilitate trade and transport. While there are cities in mountainous areas, such as Nagano, most of Honshu's population and economic activity are concentrated in the coastal plains.
Why do lamas live on mountains?
Most were born in mountainous areas.
What glacial features form in mountainous areas?
alpine glaciation
What do the areas which have Alpine climate have in common?
they are located in mountainous regions
