The Himalayas were formed when two plates collided with each other. Specifically, the Indian Plate collided with the Eurasian Plate, a process that began around 50 million years ago and continues today. This collision caused the land to buckle and fold, leading to the uplift of the Himalayan mountain range. This tectonic activity is a classic example of a convergent boundary, where two continental plates push against one another.
How were the Himalayas formed?
Due to a sudden shift along a transform boundary.
Due to an increase on volcanic activity.
When a mid-ocean ridge split apart.
When two plates collided with each other.
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