A mountain chain consists of multiple summits arranged in a line, often sharing the same geological origins and age. They are usually the result of (mountain building) caused by tectonic plate movements.
: Home to Mount Everest and known for its spiritual and physical grandeur. chain of mountains
: A specific zone where crustal deformation has occurred, such as the Appalachian-Caledonian belt . Notable Examples A mountain chain consists of multiple summits arranged
: A larger system formed by multiple long chains of ranges. chain of mountains
: A dramatic 75-mile chain in Colorado and New Mexico that rises straight from the valley floor without foothills.