Reassessing Mountain Heights: The Hidden Majesty of Mauna Kea

This chapter delves into how mountains are measured from base to peak, using Mauna Kea in Hawaii to illustrate this concept. It highlights the differences in traditional measurements and the impact of underwater bases, revealing Mauna Kea's surprising stature in comparison to Mount Everest.

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