Co - Slapton Ley Deposition Flashcards
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Q
How long ago, were the sea levels different from today, and how were they different (Slapton Ley)?
In Slapton Ley, how is the location of the sea different how, than it was 10,000 years ago?
A
10,000 years ago, the sea levels were 100m lower
It was several km East of the present position
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Q
Where is Slapton Ley located?
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In Devon
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Q
In Slapton Ley, what happened that caused sea bed materials to advance onshore?
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The ice melted, which cause the sea levels to rise
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Q
How was the lagoon at Slapton Ley formed?
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Shingle (sea bed material) piled along the coasts in places, isolating areas of sea between the shingle and the land
