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The Highest Mountains in the World
Mountains are giant giants towering over the world, waiting to be explored. Which mountain is on the list of highest in the world? It can all be determined by how you measure the mountain. The final measurement can depend on one of three measurements. These three mountains rank highest in the three measurement units mentioned on Geology.com.

Mauna Kea's height from base to peak surpasses Mount Everest and holds the title of Highest Mountain. Meanwhile, the height is 4207m above sea level, and from the base to the peak it measures 10,203 meters or 33,476 feet.

Most mountains are categorized by height based on how far they are above sea level, but measurements can also vary from the Earth's core. We will find out how these measurements conflict with each other and change our perception of the highest mountains in the world.

Mauna Kea is the highest from base to peak, surpassing Everest
Mauna Kea is arguably the highest peak in the world. This is because Mauna Kea is actually deeper than just the surface. Mauna Kea is a Mountain Island and its base can be measured from below sea level to its peak. This dormant volcano is located in north central Hawaii on the Big Island and is planted within a forest preserve