Section C - Physical Diversity of the UK Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Lowland distribution Uk?
A
Lowlands are found along coastal fringes and further south in areas of sedimentary rocks.
2
Q
What is the Upland distribution Uk?
A
Uplands are found mainly inland and further north in areas of igneous and metamorphic rocks.
3
Q
What is the geology of the south of England?
A
The SE of England is made of sedimentary rocks like chalk and clay so is low lying and flat.
4
Q
What is the geology of the Midlands UK?
A
Midlands are made of mostly sedimentary rocks and metamorphic and igneous so its relief varies from flat land to the coast and hills inland.
5
Q
What is the geology of Scotland?
A
Scotland was made from sedimentary rocks that have been crushed and metamorphosed in areas resulting in uplands.
