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Glacial Landscapes
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Glaciers widen and deepen valleys.
Key Facts
- Glaciers move by internal deformation and basal sliding.
- Erosion leaves steep sides and flat valley floors.
- Deposits are unsorted till.
- Glacial landscapes are often used for tourism and hydro power.
Topics Covered
Glacial Erosion
What you need to know
- •Plucking and abrasion carve U-shaped valleys.
Exam Tips
- Contrast with V-shaped river valleys.
Glacial Deposition
What you need to know
- •Moraines and drumlins show past ice movement.
Exam Tips
- Use labeled sketches if asked.
Key Terms
Moraine
Ridge of till deposited by a glacier.
Corrie
Armchair-shaped hollow at a glacier head.
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Common Exam Questions
Explain how a U-shaped valley forms.
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Model Answer
A glacier erodes the valley by plucking and abrasion, widening and deepening it into a U shape.
What examiners want to see
- ✓Use processes and final shape.
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