Provence Pt 2 - Geology, Topography and soils. Flashcards

1
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Why is viticulture less widespread in the east of Provence?

A

The mountainous topography and population pressure.

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Which two mountains are found in the east of Provence?

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Massif de l’Esterel and Massif des Maures.

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What is the rock composition of Massif de l’Esterel?

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Volcanic surrounded by sandstone

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What is the rock composition of Massif des Maures?

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Granite, gneiss and schist.

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What is the rock composition of the mountains other than those in the east of Provence?

A

Limestone

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Where are large numbers of the vineyards to be found in Provence?

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Coming down to the Mediterranean Sea where the sea cools and refreshes the vines and mitigates intense summer heat.

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What is teh anme of the flat lands of the Rhone Delta?

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The Camargue salt marsh with no vines.

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Where are the Maritime Alps found?

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Along the border with Italy.

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Where are the Massif de l’Esterel found?

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A small chain of volcanic mountains between Frejus and Cannes. 600m height.

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Where are the Massif des Maures found?

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Coastal range between Hyeres and Frejus. 780 m in height.

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Where is the Saint-Baume mountain found?

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Range stretching form Marseilles to Toulon. Peaks at 1,147 mtrs high.

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Where are the Massif des Calanques found?

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Runs along the cast from Marseille to Cassis. Series of deep crevices which form coastal inlets. Up to 565 mtrs high

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13
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Which is the most famous mountain in Provence?

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Mont Saint-Victoire. It was painted by Cezanne. It lies east of Aix-en-Provence. Elevation of 1011 mtrs.

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14
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Where are Les Alpilles located?

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A chain of low mountains south of Avignon. Runs 15 mls east-west and 3 mls north-south. Height up to 381 mtrs.

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15
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Where is Mont Ventoux located?

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NE of Avignon. It’s vineyards belong to Rhone Valley Ventoux AOC. Height up to 1912 mtrs.

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16
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What are the two main soil types of Provence?

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Limestone and crystalline or quartz-rich schist.

17
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What is the main soil type of western Provence?

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Limestone and clay.

18
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What is the main soil type of eastern Provence?

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Quarz-rich schist.

19
Q

What is “garrique”?

A

The resinous herbs and plants that grow on alkaline soils, found on limestone.

20
Q

What is “maquis”?

A

Resinous scrub found on acidic quartz-rich schist