Paper 1 - Phys Geo - UK Changing landscapes 0.0 / 5 ? GeographyRock landscapes and processesGCSEEdexcel Created by: nthembeeCreated on: 17-12-23 12:16 What is igneous rock? - They are the result of volcanic activity in the past. - Lava reached the surface, cooled and solidified. - Examples include basalt, granite (intrusive). 1 of 10 What is sedimentary rock? - They are the result of sediment layers accumulating. - Sediment is compressed by the weight of deposits above. - Examples include sandstone, clay (mud). 2 of 10 What is metamorphic rock? - They are the result of intense heat and pressure. - Rocks start as either igneous or sedimentary rock then get crystallised by heat and pressure. - Examples include marble, schist. 3 of 10 Where igneous rocks are found. In upland areas in Scotland and in the North West of England. 4 of 10 Where metamorphic rocks are found. In Northern Ireland and Scotland. 5 of 10 Where sedimentary rocks are found. Lowland areas of England. 6 of 10 Where are upland areas found? - Scotland (Grampian mountains, Northwest Highlands) - England (Lake district, The Pennines) - Wales (Snowdonia, Brecon Beacons) 7 of 10 Where are lowland areas found? - The Midlands. - The Fens in East Anglia. - The Vale of York. 8 of 10 What is relief? The way that the landscape changes in height. - Upland areas are high above sea level. They are often, but not always, mountainous. - Lowland areas are not very high above sea level. They are often flat. 9 of 10 Where might you find granite in the UK? a) Norfolk b) South-east of England c) South-west of England Answer: c 10 of 10
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