Geography Flashcards
How are fold mountains formed
They were formed when two plates collide and the heavier plate ( usually oceanic) sinks under and the lighter one gets used up and crumbles
What are the 3 types of fold mountains
Caledonian, Armorican and Alpine
What’s the name of the skiny ridges created by fold mountains
Anticlines
What are the valleys called between the anticlines
Syncline
When where Caledonian mountains formed
400 million years ago
An example of a Caledonian mountain
Donegal mountains
Wicklow mountains
When were the Amorican mountains formed
250 million years ago
What’s an example of an Amorican mountain
MacGillycuddy Reeks
Galtees
Knockmealdowns
When were the Alpine mountains formed
30-35 million years ago
What’s an example of an Alpine mountain
Alps
Rockies
Himalayas
What is it difficult to do in upland areas
Farm animals because of the steep slopes
What sort of trees are farmed in the wicklow mountains and why
Coniferous trees because of how they can stand harsh temperatures
What’s popular to do in upland areas
Hill walking to see fascinating views
How popular is hill walking in ireland
It’s in the top 5 most popular tourist attractions
How’s tourism affecting local towns
It is creating jobs and towns are gaining more money aswell
Why is it hard to build roads in upland areas
It expenses to drill through mountains, the slopes are to steep to dig on and building adds to the cost of travel
Do large industries take advantage of the empty hills
No because it is hard to transport good elsewhere
Why is it unpopular to live in upland areas
It is colder, wetter and windier usaly isolated which are unpopular living conditions
Are towns in upland areas large
No, less people mean less need for big towns and services resulting in less schools, shops etc.
Why is it costly to climb high mountain eg mountain everest
You sometimes need a permit
