Orogeny is the geological process by which mountains are formed. It occurs when tectonic plates collide or move towards each other, generating forces that uplift the Earth’s crust.
These movements can cause folding, fracturing, and uplifting of rocks, resulting in the formation of mountain ranges.
Orogeny can result from the collision of continental plates or the subduction of an oceanic plate beneath another. This process can take millions of years and plays a fundamental role in shaping the relief of our planet.
