WHAT ARE MOUNTAINS? HOW THEY ARE SIGNIFICANT FOR MANKIND
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Mountains provide for the freshwater needs of more than half of humanity, and are, in effect, the water towers of the world. The world's mountains encompass some of the most spectacular landscapes, a great diversity of species and habitat types, and distinctive human communities.
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Mountains provide for the freshwater needs of more than half of humanity, and are, in effect, the water towers of the world. The world's mountains encompass some of the most spectacular landscapes, a great diversity of species and habitat types, and distinctive human communities
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.
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