Geography
Differentiate between Rift Valley and block mountains
Earth's Landforms
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| Sl. No. | Rift Valley | Block Mountains |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Rift Valley is a lowland region that forms where earth's tectonic plates move apart or rift. | Block Mountains are formed as a result of faulting. |
| 2. | Rift Valley is bordered by faults zones and separated by land masses. | Block Mountains have steep sides, flat top and are enclosed by faults. |
| 3. | Examples: Vosges in France, Vindhyas in India | Examples: Rhine Valley of River Rhine, Rift Valley of river Narmada. |
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