Question

1. how do the rocky mountains differ from the appalachian mountains? the rocky mountains run north to south and east to west. the appalachians are older than the rocky m more weathered. the rocky mountains are older than the appal been much more worn down by the elements o the rocky mountains rise to much lower elevat appalachians. clear all

Explanation:

The Appalachian Mountains are among the oldest mountain - ranges in the world, formed over 480 million years ago. They have been weathered for a long time. The Rocky Mountains are much younger, formed around 80 - 55 million years ago. They are higher and more rugged.

Answer:

The Appalachians are older than the Rocky Mountains and more weathered.