physical landscape features created by the action of glaciers during a glaciation

a view over a landscape from one side at an angle (also known as ‘perspective view’)

rotation of a map in different dimensions (2D or 3D) to provide different viewpoints around the compass

in GIS, a display of attribute information (e.g. text, images, charts) often linked to a location which appears by clicking a point on a 2D or 3D webmap

British English CC

Using GIS to visualise glaciated landforms in upland areas

Geography

This unit, comprising of three variants, teaches pupils about processes and landforms associated with coastal, river and glacial landscapes. Pupils will learn about the formative processes involved in creating distinctive landforms and of the need for management.

Coastal, river and glacial landscapes

physical landscape features created by the action of glaciers

a view over a landscape from one side at an angle

rotation of a map in 2D or 3D to provide different viewpoints

a GIS display of attribute information (e.g. text, images, charts)

Match the lesson's keywords with their definitions.

To identify and map landforms like valleys and moraines

What is the main use of GIS in studying glaciated landforms?

It helps map and study glacial features over large areas

What benefit does GIS provide in glacial research?

A smaller valley left high above the main valley

Starter Quiz