Evidence of glaciation in the UK
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe the evidence for glaciation in the UK.
Key learning points
- The Lake District is a region of mountains and lakes in the north west of England.
- Mountains and valleys in the Lake District have been shaped by ice sheets and the actions of glaciers.
- The landforms of the Lake District include U-shaped valleys, mountains and sharp ridges.
Keywords
Upland area - a region of high elevation, typically featuring mountains, hills, and valleys
Moraine - a ridge or mound of debris deposited by a glacier
Erratic - a large boulder transported and deposited by glacial ice; out of place, as its rock type differs from the rocks around it
Common misconception
The Lake District only has lakes.
While famous for its lakes, the region also features mountains, forests, and valleys, including England’s highest peak, Scafell Pike.
Teacher tip
Use Google Earth to zoom in and explore the glacial features in the lake district.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is glaciation?
Q2.What type of valley do glaciers create?
Q3.What is the process called when a glacier moves and shapes the land beneath it?
Q4.When was the last Ice Age that affected the UK?
Q5.How did the ice sheets affect the land in the UK?
Q6.What percentage of Earth's land area is currently covered by glaciers?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Which UK national park has many glacial landforms?
Q2.What is a moraine?
Q3.What is an erratic?
Q4.What is abrasion?
Q5.What is a corrie?
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