The Maximum Height Of Mountain. At the base of the mountain the stress due to all the rock on the top should be less than the critical shear stress at which the rock begins to flow. For the sake of convenience let us simplify the shape of a mountain.
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The maximum height of mountain on earth depends upon shear modulus of rock. At the base of the mountain the stress due to all the rock on the top should be less than the critical shear stress at which the rock begins to flow. Consider the problem in terms of energy to give a rough estimate on the maximum height that the mountains on earth can attain and also discuss the height of mountains on other celestial bodies e g. This density of ricks can be experience by vertical direction.