How are mountains useful to man?

Ans. Mountains are very useful to man as under:

1. The mountains are storehouse of water.
2. Many rivers have source in the glaciers.
3. Reservoirs are made and the water is harnessed for the use of people.
4. Water from mountains is also used for irrigation and generation of hydroelectricity.
5. Mountains have a rich variety of flora and fauna.
6. Forests are found on mountains also.
7. Mountains provide an idealist site for tourists.
8. Several sports are popular in mountains.