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  • The Formation of Mount Everest: A Geological History
    Mount Everest wasn't "made" in the sense of being built by someone. It was formed over millions of years through a complex geological process involving the collision of tectonic plates. Here's a simplified explanation:

    1. Continental Drift: Millions of years ago, the Earth's continents were in different positions. The Indian subcontinent was a separate landmass drifting northwards.

    2. Collision: The Indian subcontinent collided with the Eurasian Plate. This powerful collision caused the land to buckle and fold upwards, forming massive mountain ranges like the Himalayas.

    3. Uplift: The immense pressure from the collision caused the Earth's crust to fold and rise, creating the highest peak on Earth, Mount Everest.

    4. Erosion and Weathering: Over time, wind, rain, ice, and other natural forces have sculpted the mountain's shape, carving out valleys and peaks.

    Essentially, Mount Everest is a result of the Earth's dynamic tectonic plates pushing against each other. This ongoing process continues to shape the Earth's surface, including the Himalayas.

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