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Geography GK · Q18

Lithosphere

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 18

Q18

Which of the following are true with regard to fold mountains? I. They often act as climatic barriers II. They receive heavy rain or snow which give rise to rivers III. They are rich in minerals IV. They pose no problem, to communication as they contain many passes

A.
I and II
B.
III and IV
C.
I, II and III
Answer
D.
I, III and IV

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The following that are true with regard to fold mountains are they often act as climatic barriers, they receive heavy rain or snow which give rise to rivers and they are rich in minerals. Fold mountains are mountains that form mainly by the effects of folding on layers within the upper part of the Earth's crust.