Corries, pyramidal peaks and u-shaped valleys form due to glaciation. Glaciated uplands are used for different land uses which can lead to conflict; strategies must be adopted to deal with these.
You will see in the diagram below some features of a glacial landscape.
Match the following features to the numbers on the diagram: arête, hanging valley, corrie, U-shaped valley, alluvial fan, pyramidal peak, corrie loch (or tarn), misfit stream, ribbon lake, truncated spur, screes.
Answer
Describe the formation of a corrie. You may use diagrams to illustrate your answer.
Describe the formation of a pyramidal peak. You may use diagrams to illustrate your answer.
Describe the formation of a U-shaped valley. You may use diagrams to illustrate your answer.