The elevation and uplift rate of mountain areas are determined isostatically by the densities and thicknesses of underlying rock layers all the way down to the mantle.

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Isostasy refers to the balance between the thicknesses and densities of the Earth's crust and the underlying mantle. The thickness and density of underlying rock layers play a crucial role in determining the elevation and uplift rate of mountain areas in isostatic equilibrium. Therefore, the statement is true.

The Elevation and Uplift Rate of Mountain Areas Are Determined