FORMATION OF FOLD MOUNTAINS Fold mountains are large mountain ranges formed mainly by the bending and folding of the Earth’s crust due to compressional forces. These forces occur when two tectonic plates collide or move toward each other. PROCESS OF FORMATION 1. PLATE COLLISION: Fold mountains usually form at convergent plate boundaries, where two continental plates (or sometimes an oceanic and a continental plate) collide. The immense pressure causes the crustal rocks at the edges of the plates

FORMATION OF THE HIMALAYAN MOUNTAINS The Himalayas were formed by the collision of the Indian Plate and the Eurasian Plate about 50 million years ago. This massive tectonic force uplifted the land, giving rise to the world’s highest mountain range, including Mount Everest. The Himalayas continue to rise today due to ongoing plate movements, shaping landscapes, influencing climate, and sustaining unique ecosystems. Follow Geomark Geoscience Education for more fascinating geological insights and d