How Do Mountains Stay Upright for So Long?

Mountains stay upright because they are strong and balanced. Imagine stacking blocks, if you push them slowly, they don’t fall right away. Mountains work like this: big rocks are pushed up by the Earth’s moving parts, and over time, they wear down just enough to keep from toppling.

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A mountain is like a big block, it doesn’t fall unless something pushes it too hard. Weather helps by slowly wearing it down.
Imagine stacking bricks in a pyramid, the more you add, the harder it is to tip over.
Mountains have been standing for millions of years, just like how trees grow tall and stay strong for centuries.

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