Actually how does mountain form?

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Mountains primarily form through tectonic processes, specifically at constructive plate boundaries where tectonic plates diverge. This process leads to the accumulation of volcanic material and the uplift of the Earth's crust. The discussion references educational resources that elaborate on the formation mechanisms, including volcanic activity and the role of erosion in shaping mountain landscapes.

PREREQUISITES
  • Tectonic plate theory
  • Volcanic activity and its geological impact
  • Geological erosion processes
  • Understanding of constructive plate boundaries
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  • Research the role of subduction zones in mountain formation
  • Explore the impact of erosion on mountain landscapes
  • Learn about the geological features of volcanic mountains
  • Investigate the differences between constructive and destructive plate boundaries
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Geologists, earth science students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding the geological processes behind mountain formation.

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Actually how does mountain form?
By constructive plate boundies? or what?
 
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http://www.mountain.org/education/subexplore/explore02.cfm
http://volcano.und.nodak.edu/vwdocs/vwlessons/lessons/Ch1CMB/Content3.html
http://ia.essortment.com/mountainmountai_rmky.htm
 
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