Question

distinguish between the following mountain and plateau​

Answer 1

Answer:

1. A mountain is any natural elevation of the earth surface. A plateau is an elevated flat land. It is considerably higher than the surrounding area.
2. A mountain may have a small summit and a board base. But a plateau is flat-topped table standing above the surrounding area.
3. Example of mountain - The Himalayan mountains. Example of plateau - The Deccan plateau.

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Answer 2

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Distinguish between the following:- Mountain and Plateau.....

• A plateau is an elevated plain, while mountain is an elevation with steep slopes

• A plateau is generally lower in height than mountain, though there are plateaus higher than some mountains

• Mountains are sparsely populated as they are not suitable for farming, and the climate is also harsh.

• On the other hand, plateaus are places with rich reserves of minerals

• Plateaus also have waterfalls making them scenic spots frequented by visitors

• A mountain goes up and comes down steeply, whereas a plateau goes up, remains flat for a while before sloping gently again.

• Plateaus have relatively flat terrain making it look like a table

• Highest plateau of the world, the one in Tibet is also called the roof of the world.