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The movements that give rise to mountains are called ______________.

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  1. rapid movements

  2. epiorogenic movements

  3. orogenic movements

  4. none of the above

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The word Orogeny is derived from a Greek word 'Oros' meaning mountain. The orogenic movements are due to horizontal forces in earth's crust, as a result of which rock-strata are crumpled and folded. It is this movement that give rise to mountains.

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The mountain range that separates Europe from Asia is  

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  1. the Andes

  2. the Himalayas

  3. the Urals

  4. none of these

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Asia is separated from Europe by the Ural mountains on the west (Figure 5.1). The combined landmass of Europe and Asia is called Eurasia (Europe + Asia).

Which one of the following is most prone to earthquakes?

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  1. Coastal plains

  2. Old shields

  3. Plateaus

  4. Young folded mountains

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Correct Option: D

Which of the following rocks are formed from the volcanoes?

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  1. Sedimentary rocks

  2. Metamorphic rocks

  3. Igneous rocks

  4. Aqueous rocks

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Correct Option: C