How are mountains useful to us? Explain with any three examples.
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Mountains are useful to man in a variety of ways:
(i) Mountains are storehouse of water is the basic need of the human beings. Reservoirs are made and the water is harnessed for the use of people. Water is used for irrigation and generation of hydroelectricity.
(ii) Mountains have a rich variety of flora and fauna.
(iii) Mountains provide an idyllic site for tourists. They visit the mountains for their scenic beauty.
Answer:
Mountains aren't just a sight to behold—they cover 22 percent of the planet's land surface and provide habitat for plants, animals and about 1 billion human beings. The vital landforms also supply critical resources such as fresh water, food and even renewable energy.
Explanation:
Examples of fold mountains include: Himalayan Mountains in Asia. the Alps in Europe. the Andes in South America.
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There are five basic kinds of mountains:
Fold Mountains (Folded Mountains)
Fault-block Mountains (Block Mountains)
Dome Mountains.
Volcanic Mountains.
Plateau Mountains.