A mountain is a large landform that stretches above the surrounding land in a limited area
usually in the form of a peak. A mountain is generally steeper than a hill.
The adjective montane is used to describe mountainous areas and things associated
with them. The study of mountains is called-orography.
usually in the form of a peak. A mountain is generally steeper than a hill.
The adjective montane is used to describe mountainous areas and things associated
with them. The study of mountains is called-orography.
The Matterhorn, Swiss Alps
Left to right: Mount Everest, Lhotseand Ama Dablam in the Himalayas
Mount Kilimanjaro, 5,895 metres (19,341 ft), Tanzania
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