the breakdown or disintegration of rocks at or near Earth's surface

process where material is worn away and removed by the action of rivers, wind, ice and waves

processes that move material downslope due to gravity

the long-term average of weather over a 30-year period

actions like farming, forestry and building that alter landscapes

Processes creating distinctive landscapes

Geography

UK landscapes - the role of geology and past processes

Characteristics and distribution of UK rock types

THis unit teaches pupils about the UK's physical landscape, forming a solid foundation for further studies of physical systems and processes. Pupils learn how geology and past processes have influenced the physical and human landscape of the UK.

The UK's physical landscape

{{}} breaks down rock in place, without transporting it.

Water freezes in cracks and breaks the rock

What happens during freeze-thaw weathering?

Erosion removes material, weathering breaks it down in place

Some people think weathering and erosion are the same. What’s the key difference?

Which process shaped upland landscapes in the UK 20 000 years ago?

An area shaped by physical and human processes

Which of these landforms are created by river erosion?

Which process does **not** move rock material?

Which landform is created by river deposition?

Processes creating distinctive landscapes

Lesson outcome