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The Mer De Glace

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 know what the Mer de Glace is and how it is changing.

Key Notes

  • The Mer de Glace is the largest glacier in France.
  • The Mer de Glace is a tourist attraction.
  • Climate change has had an impact on the Mer de Glace.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • glacier: a huge accumulation of ice and snow that moves slowly over land
  • tourist attraction: a place of interest for visitors
  • climate change: long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Tourism at the Mer de Glace only has negative impacts.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

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

The Mer de Glace is the largest glacier in France. The Mer de Glace is a tourist attraction.

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

a huge accumulation of ice and snow that moves slowly over land.

3. Correct this common geography misunderstanding.

Mistake: Tourism at the Mer de Glace only has negative impacts. Correction: Tourism at the Mer de Glace has both positive and negative impacts. Positive impacts include boosts to the local economy and an awareness of climate change.

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