Mountain Low-poly 3D model

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Mountains are large landforms that rise abruptly above their surroundings, often in the form of a peak. They are generally steeper than hills and form through various geological processes like tectonic forces or volcanic activity. These forces can raise the earth's surface locally, creating mountains. Erosion due to rivers, weather conditions, and glaciers gradually wears down these landforms over time. Mount Everest in Asia, with a summit of 8,850 m above sea level, is Earth's highest mountain. Olympus Mons on Mars holds the record for the highest known mountain on any planet in our Solar System at 21,171 m. While there isn't a universally accepted definition for a mountain, it generally refers to an elevated landform with significant height and steepness compared to its surroundings. In the UK and Republic of Ireland, mountains are typically defined as summits at least 2,000 feet or 610 meters high. In the United States, definitions vary from organization to organization. The UN Environmental Programme defines mountainous environments based on elevation, slope, and elevation range within a specific area. Mountains cover significant portions of various continents, contributing to their diverse landscapes and ecosystems. They primarily form along tectonic plate boundaries due to compressional forces or intrusion of igneous matter, resulting in three main types: volcanic, fold, and block mountains.