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A mountain is a large natural rise of the Earth's surface that usually has a "summit" (the name for a mountain's top, which can also be called a peak).

It is usually steeper and taller than a hill. By definition, mountains are often thought of as being a hill which is higher than 600 meters (about 2,000 feet). However, some definitions say a mountain is a hill higher than 300 meters (about 1,000 feet).

Definition of a mountain

• A mountain is landform that rises prominently above its surroundings.

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It usually has steep slopes, and a summit area.

• The highest point of a mountain is called the peak. A mountain's summit is the highest area where an individual can reach. A mountain climber will not reach the peak of the mountain but can reach the summit.
• Britannica Student Encyclopedia says that the term "mountain" usually means a rise of over 2,000 feet (610 m)".^[1]
• Polytechnic Student Encyclopedia says that the term "mountain" usually means a rise of over 1,000 f
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