The Andes mountain range is a notable example of a fold mountain in South America. It was formed during the collision of the South American Plate and the Nazca Plate, which caused the land to fold and uplift. The Andes are over 7,000 kilometers long and run through several countries in South America, including Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, and Chile. They are one of the highest and most continuous mountain ranges in the world, with peaks reaching over 6,000 meters above sea level. The Andes also contain numerous active and inactive volcanoes, and are home to a diverse range of plant and animal species.
