skomer island case study Flashcards
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location of Skomer
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- off the coast of Pembrokeshire
- in the community of Marloes and St Brides in west wales
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geology of Skomer
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- volcanic rocks formed 400 mill years ago
- ## basalt, meteorite -igneous rock
3
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Bull Hole
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- example of a geo
- basalt rock in this area has a line of weakness from a fault - abrasion and hydraulic action
- fetch of the wave and the strength of the wind contribute to erosion here
4
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The Basin
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- example of a headland formed by currents, winds and geology
- more resistant rock and softer bands of rock outcrop at a right angle to the coastline - exposing them to wind and waves
5
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which direction is the wind
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south west
6
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The Neck
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- separated from the island to the east
- ## many inlets as well as 3 major faults in the southern part
7
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North Haven
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8
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South Haven
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