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Landforms And Life
Imagine you are on an exciting road trip! Starting from the rugged hills of 
Chhota Nagpur in Jharkhand, driving through the fertile plains of Prayagraj 
in Uttar Pradesh, and finally reaching the beautiful, scenic town of Almora in 
Uttarakhand. On this journey, you will witness the fascinating variety of 
landscapes, each unique and awe-inspiring. These different types of land 
are called landforms. A landform is a natural feature on the Earth's surface, 
like mountains, plateaus, and plains. These landforms are not just beautiful 
to look at; they also have a big impact on the environment and the way we 
live. Landforms have taken millions of years to form, shaped by natural 
forces like wind, water, and the movement of the Earth's crust. So, 
landforms are not just shapes on the ground; they are important parts of our 
planet that affect how we live, the climate we experience, and the 
biodiversity around us.
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Landforms And Life
Imagine you are on an exciting road trip! Starting from the rugged hills of 
Chhota Nagpur in Jharkhand, driving through the fertile plains of Prayagraj 
in Uttar Pradesh, and finally reaching the beautiful, scenic town of Almora in 
Uttarakhand. On this journey, you will witness the fascinating variety of 
landscapes, each unique and awe-inspiring. These different types of land 
are called landforms. A landform is a natural feature on the Earth's surface, 
like mountains, plateaus, and plains. These landforms are not just beautiful 
to look at; they also have a big impact on the environment and the way we 
live. Landforms have taken millions of years to form, shaped by natural 
forces like wind, water, and the movement of the Earth's crust. So, 
landforms are not just shapes on the ground; they are important parts of our 
planet that affect how we live, the climate we experience, and the 
biodiversity around us.
Mountains
Definition
Mountains are tall landforms that stand much higher than the 
surrounding land. You can recognize a mountain by its wide base, 
steep sides, and narrow top. Some mountains are so tall that they are 
covered with snow.
Snow Melt
In the summer, the snow on lower mountains melts, turning into water 
that feeds rivers. On higher mountains, the snow might never melt, 
keeping them covered in snow all year long.
Mountain Ranges
Most mountains in the world are part of mountain ranges, which are 
long chains of mountains. Examples include the Himalayas in Asia, the 
Alps in Europe, and the Andes in South America.
Notable Peaks
Mount Everest, located between Tibet (China) and Nepal, and 
Kanchenjunga, between Nepal and the Indian state of Sikkim, are the 
two highest peaks in the Himalayas.
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Landforms And Life
Imagine you are on an exciting road trip! Starting from the rugged hills of 
Chhota Nagpur in Jharkhand, driving through the fertile plains of Prayagraj 
in Uttar Pradesh, and finally reaching the beautiful, scenic town of Almora in 
Uttarakhand. On this journey, you will witness the fascinating variety of 
landscapes, each unique and awe-inspiring. These different types of land 
are called landforms. A landform is a natural feature on the Earth's surface, 
like mountains, plateaus, and plains. These landforms are not just beautiful 
to look at; they also have a big impact on the environment and the way we 
live. Landforms have taken millions of years to form, shaped by natural 
forces like wind, water, and the movement of the Earth's crust. So, 
landforms are not just shapes on the ground; they are important parts of our 
planet that affect how we live, the climate we experience, and the 
biodiversity around us.
Mountains
Definition
Mountains are tall landforms that stand much higher than the 
surrounding land. You can recognize a mountain by its wide base, 
steep sides, and narrow top. Some mountains are so tall that they are 
covered with snow.
Snow Melt
In the summer, the snow on lower mountains melts, turning into water 
that feeds rivers. On higher mountains, the snow might never melt, 
keeping them covered in snow all year long.
Mountain Ranges
Most mountains in the world are part of mountain ranges, which are 
long chains of mountains. Examples include the Himalayas in Asia, the 
Alps in Europe, and the Andes in South America.
Notable Peaks
Mount Everest, located between Tibet (China) and Nepal, and 
Kanchenjunga, between Nepal and the Indian state of Sikkim, are the 
two highest peaks in the Himalayas.
Famous Mountains Around the World
1
Mount Aconcagua
In South America, Mount Aconcagua is the highest 
peak of the Andes.
2
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro in eastern Africa is a tall, isolated 
mountain not part of any range.
3
Mont Blanc
Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps in 
Western Europe.
4
Anamudi
Anamudi, also known as 'Anai Peak,' is the highest 
mountain in South India, located in Kerala.
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Landforms And Life
Imagine you are on an exciting road trip! Starting from the rugged hills of 
Chhota Nagpur in Jharkhand, driving through the fertile plains of Prayagraj 
in Uttar Pradesh, and finally reaching the beautiful, scenic town of Almora in 
Uttarakhand. On this journey, you will witness the fascinating variety of 
landscapes, each unique and awe-inspiring. These different types of land 
are called landforms. A landform is a natural feature on the Earth's surface, 
like mountains, plateaus, and plains. These landforms are not just beautiful 
to look at; they also have a big impact on the environment and the way we 
live. Landforms have taken millions of years to form, shaped by natural 
forces like wind, water, and the movement of the Earth's crust. So, 
landforms are not just shapes on the ground; they are important parts of our 
planet that affect how we live, the climate we experience, and the 
biodiversity around us.
Mountains
Definition
Mountains are tall landforms that stand much higher than the 
surrounding land. You can recognize a mountain by its wide base, 
steep sides, and narrow top. Some mountains are so tall that they are 
covered with snow.
Snow Melt
In the summer, the snow on lower mountains melts, turning into water 
that feeds rivers. On higher mountains, the snow might never melt, 
keeping them covered in snow all year long.
Mountain Ranges
Most mountains in the world are part of mountain ranges, which are 
long chains of mountains. Examples include the Himalayas in Asia, the 
Alps in Europe, and the Andes in South America.
Notable Peaks
Mount Everest, located between Tibet (China) and Nepal, and 
Kanchenjunga, between Nepal and the Indian state of Sikkim, are the 
two highest peaks in the Himalayas.
Famous Mountains Around the World
1
Mount Aconcagua
In South America, Mount Aconcagua is the highest 
peak of the Andes.
2
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro in eastern Africa is a tall, isolated 
mountain not part of any range.
3
Mont Blanc
Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps in 
Western Europe.
4
Anamudi
Anamudi, also known as 'Anai Peak,' is the highest 
mountain in South India, located in Kerala.
Mountain Formation and Age
Young Mountains
Mountains with tall, sharp peaks like 
the Himalayas are considered 
'young,' meaning they formed 
recently in Earth's history, although 
that still means millions of years 
ago!
Old Mountains
Older mountains, like the Aravalli 
Range, have shorter and more 
rounded peaks because they have 
been worn down by erosion over 
time.
Growing Mountains
Some mountains, like the Himalayas, 
are still growing in height due to 
ongoing natural processes.
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Landforms And Life
Imagine you are on an exciting road trip! Starting from the rugged hills of 
Chhota Nagpur in Jharkhand, driving through the fertile plains of Prayagraj 
in Uttar Pradesh, and finally reaching the beautiful, scenic town of Almora in 
Uttarakhand. On this journey, you will witness the fascinating variety of 
landscapes, each unique and awe-inspiring. These different types of land 
are called landforms. A landform is a natural feature on the Earth's surface, 
like mountains, plateaus, and plains. These landforms are not just beautiful 
to look at; they also have a big impact on the environment and the way we 
live. Landforms have taken millions of years to form, shaped by natural 
forces like wind, water, and the movement of the Earth's crust. So, 
landforms are not just shapes on the ground; they are important parts of our 
planet that affect how we live, the climate we experience, and the 
biodiversity around us.
Mountains
Definition
Mountains are tall landforms that stand much higher than the 
surrounding land. You can recognize a mountain by its wide base, 
steep sides, and narrow top. Some mountains are so tall that they are 
covered with snow.
Snow Melt
In the summer, the snow on lower mountains melts, turning into water 
that feeds rivers. On higher mountains, the snow might never melt, 
keeping them covered in snow all year long.
Mountain Ranges
Most mountains in the world are part of mountain ranges, which are 
long chains of mountains. Examples include the Himalayas in Asia, the 
Alps in Europe, and the Andes in South America.
Notable Peaks
Mount Everest, located between Tibet (China) and Nepal, and 
Kanchenjunga, between Nepal and the Indian state of Sikkim, are the 
two highest peaks in the Himalayas.
Famous Mountains Around the World
1
Mount Aconcagua
In South America, Mount Aconcagua is the highest 
peak of the Andes.
2
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro in eastern Africa is a tall, isolated 
mountain not part of any range.
3
Mont Blanc
Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps in 
Western Europe.
4
Anamudi
Anamudi, also known as 'Anai Peak,' is the highest 
mountain in South India, located in Kerala.
Mountain Formation and Age
Young Mountains
Mountains with tall, sharp peaks like 
the Himalayas are considered 
'young,' meaning they formed 
recently in Earth's history, although 
that still means millions of years 
ago!
Old Mountains
Older mountains, like the Aravalli 
Range, have shorter and more 
rounded peaks because they have 
been worn down by erosion over 
time.
Growing Mountains
Some mountains, like the Himalayas, 
are still growing in height due to 
ongoing natural processes.
Mountain Ecosystems
1
Montane Forests
Mountain slopes are often covered with a special type of 
forest called montane forest. In these forests, you will find 
many tall, cone-shaped trees like pines, firs, spruce, and 
deodar.
2
Tree Adaptations
These trees have thin, pointed leaves that help them survive 
in the cooler mountain climate.
3
Higher Altitudes
As you go higher up the mountain, the trees start to 
disappear, and instead, you'll find grasses, mosses, and 
lichen growing.