GIS: Visualising the geology of the UK
I can use GIS to visualise and analyse the UK's geology and the way this creates contrasting landscapes.
- Year 8
GIS: Visualising the geology of the UK
I can use GIS to visualise and analyse the UK's geology and the way this creates contrasting landscapes.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Understanding the UK’s geology is important, especially for building, mining and managing our energy and water supplies.
- The British Geological Survey is a government-funded organisation that studies the UK’s geology, resources, and hazards.
- GIS can be used to show the south-east to north-west pattern in the UK’s geology.
- The UK’s varied geology leads to contrasting landscapes.
Keywords
Sedimentary - rocks formed through the build up of sediments such as sandstone, limestone and chalk
Igneous - rocks formed through volcanic processes, such as basalt, obsidian and granite
Metamorphic - rocks that have changed due to heat and pressure, such as slate, gneiss and marble
Common misconception
All rocks formed during the same geological period will be similar.
Although many rocks formed during the same geological period will be similar, volcanic processes may be creating rocks at the same time as sedimentary rocks are being created. These rocks will be very different and create contrasting landscapes.
Equipment
Computers, tablets or laptops with an internet connection. You will need to access the Geography Visualiser, which is a free website, which doesn't require a password.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the rock cycle?
Q2.Match the type of rock to its description:
