Chapter 2 Fold Mountains Flashcards
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Q
List 4 alpine mountains?
A
The Rockies, Alps, Himalayas, Andes mountains
1
Q
How are fold mountains formed?
A
Fold mountains are formed when plates collide and the heavier plate buckles and sinks.
2
Q
List 4 armorican fold mountains
A
Caha mountains, Galtee mountains, Comeragh mountains and the Boggeragh mountains.
3
Q
Explain 2 differences between Alpine and Armorican fold mountains.
A
Alpine mountains are younger and higher than Armorican fold mountains
4
Q
When did the Armorican mountains in Munster formed?
A
250 million years ago
