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How are mountains useful to man?



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Mountains are useful to man in various ways:

  1. Mountains are a storehouse of water.
  2. Water from the mountains is also used for irrigation and generation of hydro-electricity.
  3. The river valleys and terraces are ideal for the cultivation of crops.
  4. Mountains have a rich variety of flora and fauna.
  5. The forests provide fuel, fodder, shelter and other products like gum, raisins, etc.
  6. Several sports like paragliding, hang gliding, river rafting and skiing are popular in the mountains.

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