Plains and Plateaus
⭐ MasteredA plain is a large flat area of land, and a plateau is a flat area raised above its surroundings. Plains are often good for farming.
The Tibetan Plateau is called the Roof of the World.
All about Plains and Plateaus
A plain is a large, mostly flat area of land, often with low grass and few trees. A plateau is a flat area that is raised above the land around it, usually with steep edges. Both are common landforms around the world.
Plains are often used for farming because the soil is rich and the land is easy to work. Plateaus can be high, cold and windy, and they often contain valuable minerals or water sources.
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Real-life uses of Plains and Plateaus
- Growing wheat, corn and other crops on fertile plains
- Grazing cattle and sheep
- Mining minerals and building roads across plateaus
Frequently asked questions about Plains and Plateaus
What is the Tibetan Plateau?
The highest and largest plateau in the world, often called the roof of the world, in Central Asia.
Are plains always near the sea?
No. Many plains are inland, such as the Great Plains of North America.
How are plains formed?
By rivers depositing sediment over time, by ice sheets, or by erosion that flattens the land.