Physical Landscapes Flashcards
1
Q
What is the relief of the UK like?
A
Steep land in the uplands- In northern Scotland -1000m+ , the highest point being 1344m high
South east: east anglia, in Ireland (below sea level)
East Yorkshire North + South Downs- in the lowlands
2
Q
What kind of rock is found in the highlands?
A
Hard rock -more resistant to erosion
E.g - granite
3
Q
What rock is found in the low lands?
A
The low lands mostly have soft rock such as chalk, sand and clay
