Upland Case Study - Dartmoor- physical

Question 1

what type of rock has Dartmoor got?

Answer 1

igneous

Question 2

what type of igneous rock does Dartmoor have?

Answer 2

granite

Question 3

what are the rocks like above the tees exe line?

Answer 3

Mainly older, harder and more resistant. Igneous and metamorphic rocks create the upland landscape, these rocks were created when the UK had tectonic activity.

Question 4

how has the geology influenced the landscape?

Answer 4

Igneous rock has shaped the landscape. Batholiths also shape the landscape. They are formed when molten lava rises up and as it cools it within the Earth’s crust turns to granite. Over time the less resistant rock gets worn down exposing the granite batholith.

Question 5

advantage of farming

Answer 5

The income supports the economy

Question 6

disadvantage of farming

Answer 6

There is conflict between farmers and tourists

Question 7

advantage of forestry

Answer 7

Bark tanning and wood are used for fuel

Question 8

disadvantage of forestry

Answer 8

The woods don’t regenerate naturally

Question 9

advantage of settlements

Answer 9

Tourism brings in a lot of money

Question 10

disadvantage of settlements

Answer 10

traffic is a major problem, especially in the summer months