Ridges and Basins

Ridges and basins are landforms created by erosion, which shapes the landscape through the movement of water and glaciers. Ridges are elevated, narrow strips of land that stand out above surrounding terrain, formed when softer material is worn away more quickly than harder rock. Basins are low-lying areas or depressions often enclosed by ridges, where water collects or flows into, like river valleys or lakes. Together, these features reflect the natural processes of erosion and deposition that carve out distinct land patterns, influencing drainage, ecosystems, and human land use.