Question

What is Intermontane plateau?

September 27, 2023

Answer

An Intermontane plateau is a type of plateau that is surrounded by mountains on all sides. These plateaus are often formed by the uplift and tilting of a block of land between two parallel faults, with the surrounding mountains formed by the same tectonic activity.

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