Tallest Mountain in the world ?
Is Mauna Kea the tallest / highest mountain in the world(From Base to summit) What is the difference between the tallest and highest Mountain the world. Which summit is nearest space?
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Shaveit · 61-69, M
The tallest mountain in the world from base to peak is Mauna Kea, a long-dormant volcano in Hawaii, USA. In total, it is approximately 10,205m (33481 feet) in height, taller than Mount Everest's 8,849m (29032 feet). However, over half of Mauna Kea is underwater in the Pacific Ocean making Mt. Everest the highest. ( closest to outer space )
Shaveit · 61-69, M
@krass
Let's quickly break them down, Mt. Everest is the tallest mountain from sea level to peak, Mauna Kea is the tallest mountain from base to peak, and finally Chimborazo is the farthest point from the center of the earth. Now, you see the confusion in determining which mountain takes the worldwide honor.
Let's quickly break them down, Mt. Everest is the tallest mountain from sea level to peak, Mauna Kea is the tallest mountain from base to peak, and finally Chimborazo is the farthest point from the center of the earth. Now, you see the confusion in determining which mountain takes the worldwide honor.