River Tees Flashcards
1
Q
Two types of rock that form the high force waterfall
A
Limestone
Whinstone
2
Q
How long is the gorge in the upper course of the river tees
A
700m
3
Q
What was the river tees diverted to bypass the meanders in the early 1800’s
A
To make navigation along the river tees easier and cheaper
4
Q
How tall is the high force waterfall
A
20-23m
5
Q
What landform does the river tees create as it reaches the sea
A
The tees estuary
