The main types of landforms are mountains, plateaus and plains. Mountains are elevated areas with steep slopes. They are generally part of ranges like the Himalayas or the Andes.
Plateaus are elevated flatlands with steep sides. They are rich in minerals. Most of the plateaus are formed by volcanic activity or tectonic movements.
Plains are flat or gently undulating landforms. The plains formed by river deposits are fertile and suitable for agriculture. All these landforms are different in their formation processes, elevation, and suitability for various human activities.