Land Use (geography) Flashcards
1
Q
What is good about hill sheep farming
A
Sheep can tolerate the cold weather
They can graze on the poor grass
They can climb the steep land
2
Q
What is good about the forestry
A
Trees can grow on steep slopes
Trees don’t need great soil
Lots of rainfall to help them grow
Flat land can be used for different purposes
3
Q
What is good about tourism
A
Sightseeing - waterfalls, valleys, gorges
Hill walking - Ben Nevis, snow don, pentlands
Water sports - rafting, gorge, walking
They bring money to the local people
4
Q
What are the land uses in the upper course
A
Hill sheep farming
Forestry
Tourism
