Mount Everest rises nearly 1,000 feet above neighboring peaks, study finds

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Mount Everest is now nearly 1,000 feet taller than its neighboring peaks, according to a recent study. Researchers found that the mountain is growing due to erosion around it, not from added material. Everest is rising by up to 0.08 inches (2mm) each year. The study indicates that the Arun River's erosion has accelerated Everest's uplift. This process began around 89,000 years ago when the Arun River merged with the Kosi River system, increasing erosion and raising the mountain further. Similar uplift is also occurring in nearby peaks like Lhotse and Makalu. The research highlights how geological processes, such as river flow, can significantly impact mountain heights over time.


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