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{{Short description|Shortest mountain in the world, in Wycheproof, Victoria, Australia}}
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| elevation = {{convert|148|m}} {{AHD}}
| elevation = {{convert|148|m}} {{AHD}}
| elevation_ref = <ref name="RASC-1987">{{cite map|publisher=The Royal Australian Survey Corps|title=St Arnaud|edition=1st|year= 1987|scale=1:250,000|series=Series 1501<!-- |sheet=SJ 54-5 (awaiting addition of sheet field to the 'cite map' template!)-->|section=YF0105 }}</ref>
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| prominence = {{convert|43|m|ft}} {{AHD}}
| prominence = {{convert|42|m|ft}} {{AHD}}
| location = [[Wycheproof, Victoria|Wycheproof]], [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]], [[Australia]]
| location = [[Wycheproof, Victoria|Wycheproof]], [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]], [[Australia]]
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'''Mount Wycheproof''' is a mountain in the small town of [[Wycheproof, Victoria|Wycheproof]], [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]], [[Australia]], which stands at {{convert|43|m|ft}} above the surrounding terrain, making it the smallest mountain in the world. The township of Wycheproof is located on the hillside, and a unique geological substance known as Wycheproofite is exclusive to the local area.
'''Mount Wycheproof''' is a location in the small town of [[Wycheproof, Victoria|Wycheproof]], [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]], [[Australia]], which stands at {{convert|42|m|ft}} above the surrounding terrain and 147 metres (482 ft) above sea level. The township of Wycheproof is located on the hillside, and a unique geological substance known as Wycheproofite is exclusive to the local area.


==History==
==History==
The township of Wycheproof is located on the hill's south western slopes<ref name=SoV>{{cite web |url=http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/dpi/vro/vrosite.nsf/pages/landform_geomorphological_framework_4.4|title=4.4 Hills and Low Hills|accessdate=20 November 2008 |publisher=State of Victoria|date= 24 September 2008}}</ref> The settlement was started as early as 1846, but the township was not surveyed until 1875. The name 'Wycheproof' originates from the local Aboriginal language, 'wichi-poorp', meaning 'grass on a hill'.<ref name=SMH>{{cite web |url=http://www.smh.com.au/news/victoria/wycheproof/2005/02/17/1108500207659.html|title=Wycheproof - Victoria - Australia|accessdate=20 November 2008 |publisher=Sydney Morning Herald|date= 8 February 2004}}</ref> The hill plays a role in the local community, with annual races to the hilltop.<ref name=SMH/> There are many walking tracks in the area, and local wildlife such as [[emu]]s and [[kangaroos]] can be seen.<ref name = SMH/>
The township of Wycheproof is located on the mountain’s south western slopes.<ref name=SoV>{{cite web |url=http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/dpi/vro/vrosite.nsf/pages/landform_geomorphological_framework_4.4|title=4.4 Hills and Low Hills|accessdate=20 November 2008 |publisher=State of Victoria|date= 24 September 2008}}</ref> The settlement was started as early as 1846, but the township was not surveyed until 1875. The name 'Wycheproof' originates from the local Aboriginal language, 'wichi-poorp', meaning 'grass on a hill'.<ref name=SMH>{{cite web |url=http://www.smh.com.au/news/victoria/wycheproof/2005/02/17/1108500207659.html|title=Wycheproof - Victoria - Australia|accessdate=20 November 2008 |publisher=Sydney Morning Herald|date= 8 February 2004}}</ref> The mountain plays a role in the local community, with annual races to the summit.<ref name=SMH/> There are many walking tracks in the area, and local wildlife such as [[emu]]s and [[kangaroos]] can be seen.<ref name = SMH/>

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==Geology==
==Geology==
Mount Wycheproof is a granite outcrop. Located in a flat grassland area, the rounded terrain of Mount Wycheproof is consistent with that of the surrounding area.<ref name=SoV/><ref name=FOMW>{{cite web |url=http://www.wycheproof.vic.au/our_environment/our_environment.html|title=Our Environment|accessdate=20 November 2008 |publisher=Friends of Mount Wycheproof |archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20080718224425/http://www.wycheproof.vic.au/our_environment/our_environment.html <!-- Bot retrieved archive --> |archivedate = 18 July 2008}}</ref> Sharing several similarities to nearby Pyramid Hill, Mount Wycheproof is part of the low-lying Terrick Terrick range.<ref name=SoV/> The mountain rises to a height of {{convert|148|m|ft}}<ref name="RASC-1987"/> above sea level or only {{convert|43|m|ft}} above the surrounding plains,<ref name=ABC>{{cite web |url=http://www.abc.net.au/7.30/content/2004/s1232503.htm|title=7:30 Report - 01/11/2004|accessdate=20 November 2008|publisher=Australian Broadcasting Corporation|date= 1 November 2004}}</ref> The hill is characterised by a rocky, conical peak, common in the western areas of Victoria.<ref name=SoV/> Phosphate materials are relatively rare in Victoria,<ref name=MuseeumVic>{{cite web|url=http://museumvictoria.com.au/mineralogy/granit.html|title=Mineralogy and Petrology|accessdate=20 November 2008|publisher=Museum Victoria|date=20 August 1996|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080816134816/http://museumvictoria.com.au/mineralogy/granit.html|archivedate=16 August 2008}}</ref> yet the Wycheproof area is known to have its own unique mineral, known as Wycheproofite.<ref name=MineralAtlas>{{cite web|url=http://www.mineralatlas.com/mineral%20general%20descriptions/W/wycheproofitepcd.htm|title=mineral general info|accessdate=20 November 2008|publisher=Queensland University of Technology|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20090708162206/http://www.mineralatlas.com/mineral%20general%20descriptions/W/wycheproofitepcd.htm|archivedate=8 July 2009}}</ref> Wycheproofite can be characterised by its pinkish colour and its transparency.<ref name=MineralAtlas/>
Mount Wycheproof is a granite outcrop. Located in a flat grassland area, the rounded terrain of Mount Wycheproof is consistent with that of the surrounding area.<ref name=SoV/><ref name=FOMW>{{cite web |url=http://www.wycheproof.vic.au/our_environment/our_environment.html|title=Our Environment|accessdate=20 November 2008 |publisher=Friends of Mount Wycheproof |archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20080718224425/http://www.wycheproof.vic.au/our_environment/our_environment.html <!-- Bot retrieved archive --> |archivedate = 18 July 2008}}</ref> Sharing several similarities to nearby Pyramid Hill, Mount Wycheproof is part of the low-lying Terrick Terrick range.<ref name=SoV/> The mountain rises to a height of {{convert|147|m|ft}}<ref name="RASC-1987"/> above sea level or only {{convert|42|m|ft}} above the surrounding plains,<ref name=ABC>{{cite web |url=http://www.abc.net.au/7.30/content/2004/s1232503.htm|title=7:30 Report - 01/11/2004|accessdate=20 November 2008|publisher=Australian Broadcasting Corporation|date= 1 November 2004}}</ref> The hill is characterised by a rocky, conical peak, common in the western areas of Victoria.<ref name=SoV/> Phosphate materials are relatively rare in Victoria,<ref name=MuseeumVic>{{cite web|url=http://museumvictoria.com.au/mineralogy/granit.html|title=Mineralogy and Petrology|accessdate=20 November 2008|publisher=Museum Victoria|date=20 August 1996|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080816134816/http://museumvictoria.com.au/mineralogy/granit.html|archivedate=16 August 2008}}</ref> yet the Wycheproof area is known to have its own unique mineral, known as wycheproofite.<ref name=MineralAtlas>{{cite web|url=http://www.mineralatlas.com/mineral%20general%20descriptions/W/wycheproofitepcd.htm|title=mineral general info|accessdate=20 November 2008|publisher=Queensland University of Technology|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20090708162206/http://www.mineralatlas.com/mineral%20general%20descriptions/W/wycheproofitepcd.htm|archivedate=8 July 2009}}</ref> Wycheproofite can be characterised by its pinkish colour and its transparency.<ref name=MineralAtlas/>


== References ==
== References ==
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Latest revision as of 20:22, 5 January 2024

Mount Wycheproof
View from the Mount Wycheproof lookout
Highest point
Elevation148 metres (486 ft) AHD [1]
Prominence42 metres (138 ft) AHD 
Coordinates36°4′37″S 143°14′2″E / 36.07694°S 143.23389°E / -36.07694; 143.23389
Geography
Mount Wycheproof is located in Victoria
Mount Wycheproof
Mount Wycheproof
Location in Victoria
LocationWycheproof, Victoria, Australia
Parent rangeTerrick Terrick Range

Mount Wycheproof is a location in the small town of Wycheproof, Victoria, Australia, which stands at 42 metres (138 ft) above the surrounding terrain and 147 metres (482 ft) above sea level. The township of Wycheproof is located on the hillside, and a unique geological substance known as Wycheproofite is exclusive to the local area.

History[edit]

The township of Wycheproof is located on the mountain’s south western slopes.[2] The settlement was started as early as 1846, but the township was not surveyed until 1875. The name 'Wycheproof' originates from the local Aboriginal language, 'wichi-poorp', meaning 'grass on a hill'.[3] The mountain plays a role in the local community, with annual races to the summit.[3] There are many walking tracks in the area, and local wildlife such as emus and kangaroos can be seen.[3]

Geology[edit]

Mount Wycheproof is a granite outcrop. Located in a flat grassland area, the rounded terrain of Mount Wycheproof is consistent with that of the surrounding area.[2][4] Sharing several similarities to nearby Pyramid Hill, Mount Wycheproof is part of the low-lying Terrick Terrick range.[2] The mountain rises to a height of 147 metres (482 ft)[1] above sea level or only 42 metres (138 ft) above the surrounding plains,[5] The hill is characterised by a rocky, conical peak, common in the western areas of Victoria.[2] Phosphate materials are relatively rare in Victoria,[6] yet the Wycheproof area is known to have its own unique mineral, known as wycheproofite.[7] Wycheproofite can be characterised by its pinkish colour and its transparency.[7]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b St Arnaud (Map) (1st ed.). 1:250,000. Series 1501. The Royal Australian Survey Corps. 1987. § YF0105.
  2. ^ a b c d "4.4 Hills and Low Hills". State of Victoria. 24 September 2008. Retrieved 20 November 2008.
  3. ^ a b c "Wycheproof - Victoria - Australia". Sydney Morning Herald. 8 February 2004. Retrieved 20 November 2008.
  4. ^ "Our Environment". Friends of Mount Wycheproof. Archived from the original on 18 July 2008. Retrieved 20 November 2008.
  5. ^ "7:30 Report - 01/11/2004". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 1 November 2004. Retrieved 20 November 2008.
  6. ^ "Mineralogy and Petrology". Museum Victoria. 20 August 1996. Archived from the original on 16 August 2008. Retrieved 20 November 2008.
  7. ^ a b "mineral general info". Queensland University of Technology. Archived from the original on 8 July 2009. Retrieved 20 November 2008.
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