Summary Episode 5: The Roof of the World Most of the dry land on Earth sits no more than a few hundred meters above sea level. But in some places mountain belts rise to heights of several kilometers.These regions are often prone to devastating earth tremors. How are mountains formed and what is the connection with earthquakes? The answer may lie in the fluid-like properties of the Earth's outer layers. According to a new theory, mountains may flow up or down when continents collide. In the process they affect the circulation of the planet's atmosphere and change the climate.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Aubrey Manning George Plafker Vincent Courtillot John Dewey
Genres : Documentary
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Filming locations : Alaska, USA
Production companies : British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
Summary Episode 5: The Roof of the World Most of the dry land on Earth sits no more than a few hundred meters above sea level. But in some places mountain belts rise to heights of several kilometers.These regions are often prone to devastating earth tremors. How are mountains formed and what is the connection with earthquakes? The answer may lie in the fluid-like properties of the Earth's outer layers. According to a new theory, mountains may flow up or down when continents collide. In the process they affect the circulation of the planet's atmosphere and change the climate.
Genres : Documentary
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Filming locations : Alaska, USA
Production companies : British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
