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  • Identifying Small Mountains: Definitions & Terminology
    A small mountain can be called several things, depending on its size and shape:

    * Hill: This is the most common term for a small mountain.

    * Knoll: This is a rounded hill, often with a gentle slope.

    * Mound: This refers to a small, rounded hill, often artificial.

    * Butte: This is a steep-sided, flat-topped hill.

    * Tor: This is a rocky hill, often with a craggy summit.

    * Peak: This term can apply to both mountains and smaller hills, as long as they have a pointed summit.

    * Ridge: This is a long, narrow hill, often with a series of peaks.

    * Mesa: This is a flat-topped hill with steep sides, often formed by erosion.

    The specific term used will depend on the specific characteristics of the small mountain.

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