People And Glaciation Flashcards
1
Q
How does this influence agriculture?
A
The boulder clay deposited during an ice age makes very fertile soil e.g. the Golden Vale, Munster
2
Q
What places made by glaciers attract tourists?
A
Glendalough, Co. Wicklow and the Gap or Dunloe, Co. Kerry
3
Q
What do glacial lakes provide?
A
A natural reservoir for the generation of HEP e.g. Turlough Hill, Co. Wicklow
4
Q
What provides natural routeways throigh upland areas?
A
Glaciated U-shaped valleys e.g. the Gap of Dunloe, Co. Kerry and the Glen of Downs, Co. Wicklow
5
Q
How is industry influenced by glaciers?
A
Eroded material is used by construction companies, and lakes provide water supplies
