In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Objective of Geosynclinal Orogen Theory 2. Base of the Geosynclinal Orogen Theory 3. Mechanism 4. Evaluation. Objective of Geosynclinal Orogen Theory: Famous German geologist Kober has presented a detailed and systematic description of the surface features of the earth in his book ‘Der Bau der Erde’. His […]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Folded Mountains 2. Classification of Folded Mountains 3. Characteristics. Definition of Folded Mountains: Folded mountains are defined as the formation of folding of crustal rocks by compressive forces generated by endogenetic forces coming from within the earth. These are the highest and most extensive mountains […]
In this article we will discuss about the classification of mountains on the basis of height, location, mode of origin and period of origin. On the Basis of Height: (i) Low mountains; height ranges between 700 to 1,000 m. (ii) Rough mountains; height-1000 m to 1,500 m (iii) Rugged mountains; height-1,500 to 2,000 m. (iv) […]
