Practice mode Mountains and Glaciers

Which of these eight-thousanders is located in the Karakoram rather than the Himalaya?

Correct answer B. Gasherbrum II

Explanation

Gasherbrum II (8,035 m) is part of the Gasherbrum group near the Baltoro Glacier in the Karakoram, whereas Nanga Parbat belongs to the Himalaya.

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