TY - M-10052
AU - Riyaz, Mir
AU - Hussain, Hakim
TI - Detailed Case Study: Himalayan Mountain Formation
T2 - Scientific Research Journal of Environment, Earth and Physical Science

PY - 2023
VL - 1
IS - 2
SN - 2584-0614

AB - The smashing of
the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, which started around 50 million years
ago, is the primary driver of the geological processes and the creation of the
Himalayas. With subduction, melting, and crustal buckling, tectonic activity is
still forming the area and creating the tallest peaks on Earth. This dynamic
geological past has biological ramifications, generating a biodiversity-rich
centre with various microclimates and acting as the source of major Asian
rivers.The Himalayas'
environmental problems and human activity are entwined with geological
processes, which affects the region's reliance on agriculture and makes it more
vulnerable to natural catastrophes like floods, landslides, and earthquakes.
Because rivers are vital to populations' agricultural livelihoods, tectonic
activity may cause changes in river flow, which can impair agrarian output.
Natural catastrophes, connected to continuous tectonic movements, threaten
human communities, infrastructure, and agriculture.



The main issues
for the future are research projects and conservation activities. Conservation
is essential in the Himalayas to preserve biodiversity and lessen risks from
climate change and human activity. This entails encouraging global cooperation,
protecting habitats, and advocating sustainable resource management.
Understanding the intricate interactions between tectonic movements, climate
change, and ecosystems requires ongoing study and observation. Strategies to
lessen adverse effects, increase resilience, and guarantee the sustainable
cohabitation of people and the distinctive Himalayan environment are informed
by this understanding.

KW - Himalayas
KW -  tectonic activity
KW -  water resources
KW -  climate change
KW -  natural disasters
KW -  conservation
KW -  research and monitoring
KW -  agriculture
KW -  human impact
DO -