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1
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What processes cause a waterfall

A

Differential erosion- as the less resistant rock (limestone) is eroded faster causing a step in the river bed through the processes of hydraulic action and abrasion.
There is predominant vertical erosion due to the high above sea level (high gpe).

2
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How is a waterfall formed

A

Water flows over a band of more resistant rock (dolerite) overlaying a band of less resistant rock (limestone); the rock becomes undercut and further erosion results in the formation and undercutting of a plunge pool (extended by abrasion). The more resistant rock (dolerite) (once formed a ledge) collapses due to gravity).

3
Q

Diagram of waterfall

A

Look in folder

4
Q

Example of a waterfall

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High force river tees England- drops 21 metres. It flows over whinstone and limestone. It is 350m above base level.

5
Q

What is a waterfall

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A cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a steep rock face

6
Q

When is a gorge formed

A

When a waterfall retreats and forms a gorge ahead of it.

7
Q

How long is the gorge at the high force waterfall in the upper teesdale

A

500m