River Tees Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the location
A
North East England
Source: Crossfell, the Pennines
Mouth: Middlesbrough
2
Q
What is the upper course used for?
A
tourism (High Force and canoeing)
sheep farming
water storing (Cow Green reservoir)
3
Q
How tall is High Force? What is special about this?
A
21 metres, tallest waterfall in England
4
Q
What is the hard rock at High Force?
A
Whinsill
5
Q
What is the soft rock at High Force?
A
limestone and sandstone
6
Q
What is the middle course used for?
A
small settlements
farming
7
Q
What is the lower course used for?
A
large industries
tourism
shipping
large settlements
8
Q
What features are in the lower and middle course?
A
estuary
meanders
oxbow lakes
flood plains
