uk landscapes Flashcards
1
Q
What is relief
A
It is used to descrie the physical features of the landscape:
- steepness of slopes
- heights above sea level
- shapes of landscape features
2
Q
What is a relief of an area determined by?
A
It is determined by its Geology- the rocks which form the landscape
- Tough, resistat rocks (granite, slate) form some of the UK’s mountain ranges - e.g. Arran, Scotland
- Weaker rocks (clay, limestone) form low-lying plains and gentle rolling landscapes
3
Q
whats the highest mountain in the UK?
A
Ben Nevis, 1344 m and it is located in the Grampion Mountains.
4
Q
Highest mountain in Wales
A
Snowdon, 1085 metres
5
Q
Map of UK landscapes
A
Found in Geography book no 1
