Physical Landscape of the UK key terms Flashcards
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Cross-section
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An imaginary slice through a landscape which helps to visualise what we cannot see
2
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Geology
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The science which deals with the physical structure and rock types of the Earth, their history, and the processes which act on them
3
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Landscape
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An extensive area whose character is regarded as visually and physically distinct being the results of the action and interaction of natural and human factors
4
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Relief
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The height of the land and the different landscape feature created by changes in height
5
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Metamorphic rock
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Tough rock such as granite and slate
6
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River system
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The complete river network from its source to mouth
