Q.1. Define Mountains. Classify mountains on their origin and form.
Q.2. How are mountains useful?
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Explanation:
The types of mountains are: Fold mountains: Fold Mountains have their origins in the folds of the EarthMountains are useful to man in various ways: Mountains are a storehouse of water. Water from the mountains is also used for irrigation and generation of hydro-electricity. ... Several sports like paragliding, hang gliding, river rafting and skiing are popular in the mountains.
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Q1)) mountain is an elevated portion of the Earth's crust, generally with steep sides that show significant exposed bedrock. A mountain differs from a plateau in having a limited summit area, and is larger than a hill, typically rising at least 300 metres above the surrounding land
1) Fold mountains: Fold Mountains have their origins in the folds of the Earth. Some of the fold mountains are the Himalayas and Aravallis in the Indian sub-continent, Alps in Europe, Urals in Eurasia. 2) Block mountains: These are formed when large areas are broken and uplifted to form horsts.
Q2) 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.