Question

What is lithosphere? What are different types of landforms which are found as part of the lithosphere?

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Give the definition of lithosphere
• Explain about the different types of landforms.

Solution:
Lithosphere- It is the solid portion of the earth. It contains land,meadows, mountains, Canyons etc.
Different types of landforms-
There are various types of landforms that are found on the lithosphere such as-

1. Mountains- it is a Landform having an altitude of more than 900 meters above the mean sea level and with steep slopes.
2. Plateaus- It is a Landform with an almost flat top and which stands at a comparatively higher elevation than the surroundings.
3. Plains -Comparatively low lying and expansive landforms are known as Plains.