case study for folding/ microfeatures Flashcards
1
Q
which point has an area of high frequency coastal features
A
-Cullernose point, Northumbria
2
Q
what are some features of cullernose point
A
-microfeatures such as horizontal bedding planes
-vertical joints
-small caves within layers of limestone
2
Q
what is the rock that makes up cullernose point
A
-sedimentary limestone
3
Q
whats a microfeature
A
-individual feature, not whole coastline
4
Q
what is a key feature of cullernose point
A
-series of folds
5
Q
what is the point made from in cullernose point
A
-highly resistant dolerite
6
Q
area with a high volume of coastal features
A
-Glamorgan heritage coast
-limestone cliffs w headlands and bays
7
Q
what causes all the microfeatures in the glamorgan hertiage coasts
A
high degree of bedding planes and joints
many caves
