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Q · Mountains and Their Typesmedium · 45s
Which is the youngest fold mountain range in the world?
TopicMountains and Their Types
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Himalayas are the youngest fold mountains, still geologically active and growing due to the ongoing collision of the Indian plate with the Eurasian plate, resulting in rapid uplift.
Final Answer: Option B - Himalayas