Below is a picture of an Appalachian mountain ridge and Himalayan mountain peaks left and right, respectively.. Why are the Appalachians so much smoother and lower than the Himalayan Mountains? A) The Appalachian Mountains are younger and younger mountains tend to be more weathered. B) The Appalachian Mountains are younger and have not yet built up to being jagged. C) The Appalachian Mountains are older and thus have become more worn down. D) The Appalachian Mountains are older and thus have softer rocks.

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The Appalachian Mountains are older and have undergone more weathering and erosion than the Himalayan Mountains, resulting in a smoother and lower appearance.

Below Is a Picture of an Appalachian Mountain Ridge and Himalayan