Which Landforms term is correctly associated with example or association: “the Vosges in Europe are a classic example”, and also with “a fault-block landform”?
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Correct Answer: Option D — Block mountain. Block mountain is correct because it is the Vosges in Europe are a classic example. Block mountain is also associated with a fault-block landform. A further identifying fact is that Block mountain is an uplifted block is called a horst. Another useful fact is that Block mountain is associated with the Vosges in Europe are a classic example. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Volcanic mountain: It is Mount Fuji is a well-known example and is associated with a depositional volcanic landform; those are the identifying facts of Volcanic mountain. Option B — Plateau: It is the Deccan Plateau is a major example and is associated with an elevated flat or gently rolling upland; those are the identifying facts of Plateau. Option C — Alluvial plain: It is the Indo-Gangetic Plain is a major example and is associated with a depositional plain; those are the identifying facts of Alluvial plain. Exam Takeaway: Link Block mountain with “the Vosges in Europe are a classic example” and “a fault-block landform” for quick revision.