Mountain

A mountain is a landform that extends above the surrounding terrain in a limited area. A mountain is generally much higher and steeper than a hill, but there is considerable overlap, and usage often depends on local custom. Some authorities define a mountain as a peak with a topographic prominence over an arbitrary value: for example, the Encyclopædia Britannica requires a prominence of 2,000 feet (610 m).

See also

• List of mountains
• Latin names of mountains
• Mountain range and list of mountain ranges
• List of mountains on Venus
• List of mountains on the Moon
• Gallery of mountains
• Peak