Upland And Lowland Flashcards

1
Q

What are the stages of formation of a batholith?

A

Magma intrudes into the ground ,
Magma cools and solidifies,
Large crystal is formed in the rock,
Erosion exposes them over time

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2
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How do U-shaped valleys form?

A

As glaciers move down the valley, it eroded the V-shape flatter, into a U-shape

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3
Q

What is Malham cove made from?

A

Limestone

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4
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When was Malham cove formed?

A

300 million years ago

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5
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What is a scarp?

A

Higher or resistant rocks (like chalk)

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6
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What is a dip slope?

A

Behind the scarp, gentle slope follow the angle of the scarp

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7
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What is a vale?

A

Softer clays form lower and flatter grounds

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8
Q

What are the two places looked at?

A

East Anglia,

Yorkshire Dales

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9
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What is the geology of them?

A

East Anglia - sands and clays

Yorkshire Dales - limestone

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10
Q

What are the buildings made from?

A

East Anglia - quartz and flint

Yorkshire Dales - limestone and rock from glaciers

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11
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What is farmed in the places?

A

East Anglia - sheep

Yorkshire Dales - crops

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