UK landscapes Flashcards
1
Q
Cross-section
A
An imaginary ‘slice’ through a landscape which helps to visualise what we cannot see
2
Q
Geology
A
The rock type that forms the landscape
3
Q
Landscape
A
An extensive area of land regarded as being visually and
physically distinct
4
Q
Relief
A
The height of the land and the different landscape features
created by changes in height
5
Q
Resistant rock
A
Tough rock such as granite and slate
6
Q
River system
A
The complete river network from its source to mouth
7
Q
Spot height
A
Indication of land height, usually represented on OS maps as
black dots with height above sea level written alongside
