Human Activity and Landscape (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Flashcards
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Forest type that covered UK centuries ago
Forest type that covered UK centuries ago
Natural deciduous forest
Type of trees in modern UK plantations
Type of trees in modern UK plantations
Coniferous plantations
Where wind farms are located in uplands
Where wind farms are located in uplands
Hilltops and exposed ridges
Type of farming that dominates upland hillsides
Type of farming that dominates upland hillsides
Sheep grazing
Tree species that grow well in upland areas
Tree species that grow well in upland areas
Coniferous trees like spruce and pine
Energy conversion in hydro-electric power
Energy conversion in hydro-electric power
Gravitational potential energy to electricity
Which UK country is predominantly lowland
Which UK country is predominantly lowland
England
Physical conditions ideal for arable farming
Physical conditions ideal for arable farming
Flat terrain, deeper soils, milder climate
Habitats found mainly in Scottish uplands
Habitats found mainly in Scottish uplands
Semi-natural grassland, mountain, heath, bog
Physical factors determining upland land use
Physical factors determining upland land use
Altitude, slope, soil quality, drainage, climate