SSC
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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What is a plateau?
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A steep, rugged elevation
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A plain that sits high above sea level
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An upward slope that is less steep and rugged
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Low lying area surrounded by mountains
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A plateau is a flat, elevated landform that rises sharply above the surrounding area on at least one side.
Detailed explanation-2: -Plateaus are flat, raised areas of land made up of nearly horizontal rocks that have been uplifted by forces within Earth. They are different from plains in that their edges rise steeply from the land around them.
Detailed explanation-3: -A plateau is an elevated flatland. It is a flat-topped table land standing above the surrounding area.
Detailed explanation-4: -A plateau is a flat section of land that is sharply raised in contrast to the surrounding landscape on at least one side. Plateaus are also known as high plains or tablelands.
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