land in use of glacial landscapes P1

• What type of farming is common in Upland glacial areas?

  Sheep farming
• Why is sheep farming common in Upland glacial areas?

  Steep slopes and poor soil
• Why is Upland glacial landscape unsuitable for other types of farming?

  Because of steep slopes and poor soil
• What altitudes can crops grow at?

  Lower altitudes
• What type of forests are often planted in Upland glacial areas?

  Coniferous forests
• Why are coniferous forests often planted in Upland glacial areas?

  They cope with cold weather and high rainfall
• What building material are the trees in coniferous forests easily used for?

  Building materials
• Why is quarrying common in glacial landscapes?

  Glacial erosion has left lots of rock exposed
• What materials are glacial landscapes often quarried for?

  Slate, granite, and limestone
• What is slate, granite, and limestone used for?

  Construction
• Why are glaciated areas attractive for tourists?

  They have dramatic Landscapes
• What are some activities tourists can do in glaciated areas?

  Hiking, cycling, skiing
• What subject focuses on land use in glacial landscapes?

  GCSE geography
• What is one type of land use discussed in the context of glacial landscapes?

  Farming