Question

what landform is a flat, elevated landform that rises sharply above the surrounding area on at least one side?
mountain
plateaus
valleys
all of these

all mountain ranges are continuously growing taller because of constructive forces at the plates.
true
false

which of the following are built by constructive forces? (choose all that apply)
mountains
plateaus
valleys

Explanation:

1. A plateau is defined as a flat, elevated landform with steep sides relative to the surrounding area. Mountains are peaked/rounded and not flat; valleys are low areas.
2. Mountain ranges are subject to both constructive (uplift) and destructive (erosion) forces. Erosion can reduce height, so not all are continuously growing.
3. Constructive forces build landforms: mountains form from tectonic uplift, plateaus from uplift or volcanic deposits. Valleys are carved by destructive forces (erosion).

Answer:

1. Plateaus
2. False
3. Mountains, Plateaus