Mountain Low-poly 3D model

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Mountains are large landforms that rise above their surroundings, usually taking the form of a peak. They are generally steeper than hills and can be found as isolated summits or within vast mountain ranges. Formed through tectonic forces or volcanism, mountains slowly erode due to weather conditions, rivers, and glaciers. High elevations lead to colder climates, affecting ecosystems with varying plant and animal life. Due to challenging terrain and climate, mountains are often used for resource extraction and recreational activities like mountain climbing. The Earth's tallest mountain is Mount Everest in the Himalayas at 8,850 meters. Mars holds the record for the highest known mountain on any planet, Olympus Mons, standing at 21,171 meters. There isn't a universally accepted definition of a mountain, with factors like elevation, volume, steepness, and spacing used as criteria. In the United Kingdom and Ireland, mountains are defined as summits over 2,000 feet, while in the UK government, a mountain must be at least 600 meters high for access purposes. The UN Environmental Programme's definition of a mountainous environment includes elevations above 1,500 meters with a slope greater than two degrees. Mountains are classified into three main types: volcanic, fold, and block. All are formed through plate tectonics, which cause crust movement, compression, uplift, and intrusion of igneous material. The resulting landforms can be classified as hills or mountains based on height and steepness. Major mountain ranges often follow tectonic plate boundaries, indicating activity.