Landforms and Life — Chapter Summary

Mountains are much higher than

Mountains are much higher than the surrounding land. They have a broad base, steep slopes and a narrow summit. Some mountains are covered with snow at

Hills are highlands with lower height

Hills are highlands with lower height, less steep slopes and rounded tops compared with mountains.

Plateaus rise above the surrounding land

Plateaus rise above the surrounding land and have a more or less flat surface. Some sides are steep. They are often rich in minerals.

Plains are large areas with flat

Plains are large areas with flat or gently sloping land. They are generally not more than 300 metres above sea level.

Deserts are large dry areas

Deserts are large dry areas with very little rainfall. Some deserts are hot, like the Sahara and Thar, and some are cold, like the Gobi. Antarctica is