Science 5.7 Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is orogenesis?
A
A series of processes that lead to the formation of mountains
2
Q
What is folding?
A
When 2 tectonic plates collide and make a fold
3
Q
In what sphere do tectonic plates exist?
A
Lithosphere
4
Q
What is generally the result of folding?
A
Mountains
5
Q
What 2 other ways can mountains form?
A
- Volcanoes: Magma rising from the mantle cools it becomes rock
- Faults: Fractures in earth’s crust make part of it rise up
6
Q
What is the highest mountain in Quebec?
A
Mont D’Iberville between Quebec and Labrador
7
Q
How tall is Mont D’Iberville?
A
1652m
