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Evidence of glaciation in the UK

Ice and glaciers: How are cold places affected by a warming planet?

Unit Summary

This unit teaches pupils about the physical processes that influence cold places around the world and how areas of ice have changed over time due to climatic variations. Pupils will learn about the impact of global warming on glaciated areas and what this means for the future of our planet.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to describe the evidence for glaciation in the UK.

Key Notes

  • The Lake District is a region of mountains and lakes in the north west of England.
  • Mountains and valleys in the Lake District have been shaped by ice sheets and the actions of glaciers.
  • The landforms of the Lake District include U-shaped valleys, mountains and sharp ridges.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • Upland area: a region of high elevation, typically featuring mountains, hills, and valleys
  • Moraine: a ridge or mound of debris deposited by a glacier
  • Erratic: a large boulder transported and deposited by glacial ice; out of place, as its rock type differs from the rocks around it

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • The Lake District only has lakes.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this geography topic using two clear key points.

The Lake District is a region of mountains and lakes in the north west of England. Mountains and valleys in the Lake District have been shaped by ice sheets and the actions of glaciers.

2. Define this geography term and use it in an example. 'Upland area'

a region of high elevation, typically featuring mountains, hills, and valleys.

3. Correct this common geography misunderstanding.

Mistake: The Lake District only has lakes. Correction: While famous for its lakes, the region also features mountains, forests, and valleys, including England's highest peak, Scafell Pike.

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