7K views · 104 reactions | Some beautiful crenulations in the phyllite here caused by the regional metamorphism associated with the Caledonian orogeny. #reelsaboutrocks #scottish #tiktocksaboutrocks #scottishgeology #scottishgeologist #geologist #geology | Scottish Geologist | Facebook

THE GEOLOGICAL PROCESS OF MOUNTAIN RANGE FORMATION Mountain ranges are formed through complex geological processes, mainly driven by the movement and collision of tectonic plates. When two continental plates collide, immense pressure forces the Earth's crust to buckle and fold, pushing rocks upward and forming towering mountain belts. This process can take millions of years and often involves earthquakes, metamorphism, and volcanic activity. Such formations are key indicators of Earth's dynamic