Fold Mountains

Question 1

Explain how fold mountains were formed

Answer 1

These were formed when 2 of the earths plated collided. When 2 plates collide the pressure compresses the rocks, forcing them to buckle and fold.

Question 2

Give an example of Caledonian mountains, Armorican mountains and Alpine mountains.

Answer 2

1. Donegal mountains
2. Macgillycuddy reeks
3. Alpes in Europe