Geography GCSE
Glacial landforms
What Glacial landforms means in Geography GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Glacial landforms
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Features such as ribbon lakes, arêtes and corries that form the rugged terrain of glaciated upland areas and draw visitors for sightseeing.
Topics that use Glacial landforms
- Glacial landscapes in the UK (AQA GCSE)
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