River Exe Flashcards
Where is the river exes source located?
In Exmoore.
Name some physical features of the river.
60.1km long
514m high in the north
26m in the south.
Describe the geology.
84% of the catchment is impermeable rock (no percolation, surface runoff)
How long is the river?
56km
Where is the source of the river?
In Exmoor
Where is the mouth of the river?
English channel
How much area does the river Exe take up?
600 km^2
What are the 5 percentages of land use around the river Exe?
67% grassland 15% woodland 4.94% farmland 3% moorland & peat bogs 0.06 urban land
How much precipitation does the river receive? (mm
1259mm
What are the 4 key points about the peatlands on Exmoor?
Drainage ditches dug for farming
Peat used for fuel
Increased water speed
Reduces water quality
What did the Exmoor mires project do for the peatlands in Exmoor?
Restore bogs - blocked drainage ditches
More water storage
Improved water quality
More carbon storage
