Question

Give four points of significance of mountains.

Answer 1

1. Mountains are the birthplace of perennial rivers whose snowmelt provides water for agriculture, hydroelectricity, and sustains life.
2. Mountains influence climate by causing rainfall on windward sides and acting as climatic barriers.
3. They are covered with forests that help maintain ecological balance and provide habitat for wildlife.
4. Mountains provide resources like minerals, rocks for construction, medicinal herbs and support terrace farming and plantations.