RIVER TEES ( example of a uk river valley Flashcards
1
Q
where is the river tees located?
A
North England
2
Q
Where is the source located?
A
In the pennies
3
Q
Where is the mouth located
A
Joins North sea
4
Q
Type of erosion found in the upper course of the river Tees
A
Vertical erosion
5
Q
In the upper course what does the vertical erosion cause to form
A
v shaped valleys
6
Q
In the upper course what famous landmark is there
A
‘High Force’ - Uks largest waterfall
7
Q
In the middle course what type of erosion is there?
A
Lateral erosion
8
Q
In the middle course what does lateral erosion form?
A
Meanders
9
Q
Landforms in lower course
A
Estuary ( where river meets sea )
Oxbow lakes
Levees
10
Q
Water supplies as a result of the river Tees
A
Cow green reservoir supplies city of middlesbrough
11
Q
Why is it a big tourist attraction?
A
High force.
12
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