Holbeck Hall Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Where is Holbeck Hall?
A
Scarborough
2
Q
How did the weather cause the fall of Holbeck Hall?
A
Cliffs became saturated by heavy rain and poor drainage system at the hotel.
Very dry weather before created cracks in the rocks leading to becoming more vulnerable.
Poor weather created lubricant cause rock to slide.
3
Q
How did the geology cause the fall of Holbeck Hall?
A
Made of glacial till (unconsolidated permeable and sedimentary rock)
Cliff face very steep.
Erosion at base of cliff caused over hang
4
Q
How did Human interference cause the fall of Holbeck Hall?
A
Heavy weight of the hotel so cliff top weighed down by gravity
