GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -As two massive continents weld, a single large continental mass joined by a mountain range is produced. Examples: The Himalayas, Alps, Urals, Appalachians and the Atlas Mountains.

Detailed explanation-2: -If two tectonic plates collide, they form a convergent plate boundary. Usually, one of the converging plates will move beneath the other, a process known as subduction. Deep trenches are features often formed where tectonic plates are being subducted and earthquakes are common at subduction zones as well.

Detailed explanation-3: -Continent-continent convergence creates some of the world’s largest mountains ranges. The Himalayas (Figure below) are the world’s tallest mountains. They are forming as two continents collide.

Detailed explanation-4: -Appalachian–Ouachita–Marathon Continental Collision Zone.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Appalachian Mountains formed at a convergent plate boundary between the North American Plate and the Eurasian Plate. A convergent plate boundary is one where two or more tectonic plates collide as they move toward each other and are forced together.