The Lake District Glacial Case Study Flashcards
1
Q
What was the lake district like initially before the ice ages?
A
-Mountainous with lots of river valleys which were deepened and widened by glaciers
2
Q
What is Helvellyn?
A
-One of Englands highest mountains made of igneous rocks
3
Q
What erosional features does Helvellyn have?
A
- Striding edge which is an Arete
- Red Tarn which is a corrie alongside striding edge
- A steep back wall from freeze-thaw weathering and plucking
4
Q
What erosional features does Ullswater have?
A
-A ribbon lake in a glacial trough
