Question
Download Solution PDFConsider the following information:
|
|
Region |
Name of the mountain range |
Type of mountain |
|
1. |
Central Asia |
Vosges |
Fold mountain |
|
2. |
Europe |
Alps |
Block mountain |
|
3. |
North America |
Appalachians |
Fold mountain |
|
4. |
South America |
Andes |
Fold mountain |
In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 2.Key Points
- The Vosges Mountain in Europe (not in Central Asia) is an example of block mountain systems. Block Mountains are created when large areas are broken and displaced vertically. The uplifted blocks are termed as horsts and the lowered blocks are called graben. Hence, Pair 1 is incorrect.
- The Alps is one of the youngest fold mountains with rugged relief and high conical peaks located in Europe. Hence, Pair 2 is incorrect.
- The Appalachians in North America is one of the very old fold mountains in the world. Hence, Pair 3 is correct.
- Andes is one of the youngest fold mountains located in South America. Hence, Pair 4 is correct.
| S.No. | Region | Name of the mountain range | Type of mountain |
| 1. | Europe | Vosges | Block mountain |
| 2. | Europe | Alps | Fold mountain |
| 3. | North America | Appalachians | Fold mountain |
| 4. | South America | Andes | Fold mountain |
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