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Rocky Mountains

The Rocky Mountains are a chain of mountains that run more than 3,000 miles from New Mexico to British Columbia in Canada.

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Where do mountains form?

Well convergent boundaries form mountains, but where do mountains form within the boundary? They start under the ocean and come up when the plates come together. So therfore they form under the ocean.

The Great Lakes are of the Rocky Mountains?

The Great Lakes of the Rocky Mountains are Lake Granby and Grand Lake. Lake Granby is just west of the Rocky Mountain National Park.

How are Fold Mountains formed in Nepal?

Well, 2 plates move towards eachother, face on and one must belt up... thus creating a fold mountain

What 4 provinces in Canada are the rocky mounitains located in?

The Rocky Mountains are only in 2 Canadian Provinces, British Columbia and Alberta.

Where do the majority of people in Wales live Near the coast up mountains etc?

The majority of people in Wales live near to the coast. South East Wales has the large cities - Cardiff, Swansea and the valleys to the north of these cities are also relatively heavily populated. In the North and mid-wales majority of large towns are on the coast. North East Wales has the largest town - Wrexham - this is on the border with England and therefore isn't on the coast!

How is fault-block mountain created?

These mountains form when faults or cracks in the earth's crust force some materials or blocks of rock up and others down. Instead of the earth folding over, the earth's crust fractures (pulls apart). It breaks up into blocks or chunks.

Why do Rocky Mountains have sharp peaks?

Because when the evaportation effects the cold drop in temeprature the weather chips of the edges and also the snow is covering it so well have pressure on it. Besides the altitude plays a major part of it.

Are the killmanjaro mountains in africa the biggest?

No, it is not the biggest, but it is the highest.

The bigest range in Africa is the Rwenzori Mountains, previously called the Ruwenzori Range, with peaks more than 5100 meters is the highest mountain range in Africa.

Is Roswell New Mexico a small town?

Roswell NM was incorporated as a city in 1903. It has a population of about 45,000.

Why did people originally settle in the Front Range?

People originally settled in the Front Range primarily for its fertile land, abundant water sources, and favorable climate, which supported agriculture and livestock. The discovery of minerals, particularly gold and silver in the mid-19th century, also attracted many settlers seeking economic opportunities. Additionally, the region's strategic location along trade routes facilitated commerce and transportation, further encouraging settlement. Over time, the area's natural beauty and recreational opportunities became additional draws for residents.

Do parts of the rockies have a highland climate?

They do have a highland climate. The Rockies have all four climates in one territory. This is due to its height and elevation.

How was the rocky shore created?

Rocky shores are typically formed through a combination of geological processes such as erosion, sedimentation, and tectonic activity. Over time, waves and currents erode softer rock layers, exposing harder rock formations. Additionally, tectonic movements can uplift seabeds, creating rugged coastlines. The interplay of these natural forces leads to the distinctive features of rocky shore environments.