What is a landscape?A landscape is an area within a country. What makes a landscape unique is that there are things in it that make it look different from other landscapes.
1. There are a variety of landscapes on the Earth's surface, can you name some of these landscapes? Have a think of your summer break, what kinds of landscapes did you see on this holiday? 2. How can we categorise all these types of landscapes into two? 3. Create a table in your books with three columns. Copy down the six main types of landscapes, write down a definition, and find a picture for each type of landscape. 4. Watch the first few minutes of the video below to see various kinds of landscapes in our world. |
What is a landform?A landform is a natural geographical feature or shape that appears on the Earth’s surface.
1. What are some examples of landforms? Have a think of your summer break, what natural landforms did you see? 2. You may still be confused between the difference between a landscape and a landform. For example, a desert is a landscape. The things in it which make it look unique are landforms - these are things that shape the land. So a desert may be a landscape but a sand dune is a landform. 3. On the Map of Australia you are to - Highlight 5 different types of landscapes - Within each landscape identify a landform which may be well known in the area. |
Why are landforms important?Throughout history landforms have been an important part of people's heritage.
1. Why do you think landforms are important? 2. Research the following landforms and explain where it is? What kind of landform is it? Why is it important and who might it be important to? - Uluru - Mt Fuji - The Nile River |
Extra Activity
So far, we have looked at Australia and discovered the various types of landscapes and landforms that our great country has to offer. But how about the rest of the world? Your task is to; - Pick a country in the world - Investigate and list 3-5 different types of landscapes in this country. Hint - You may have to look at images of your country to find out these landscapes - Highlight 2-3 landforms in your country. Save one of these landform photo's as your iPad screen or desktop photo! - Complete the following summary of landscapes and landforms; "Australia has many landscapes such as.... One of our most common landscapes is..... Landforms in this landscape include... Australia's landscapes are similar to the landscapes of some other countries like.... which also has..." |
What processes shape landscapes?There are processes at work that continuously sculpt and change the landscape. In the future, the Earth's surface will look very different from the way it looks today.
1. Tectonic plate movements are a significant reason why each country in the world is different. The Earth's surface is split into a number of plates which fit together like a giant jigsaw puzzle, these are known as tectonic plates. Watch the video below. 2. As these tectonic plates move over the Earth's crust they crash into each other and cause mountains, valleys, ridges and lakes. But how else does the landscape change? Imagine you are building a sand castle at the beach, what forces can stop your castle from being built?
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What processes shape landforms?After tectonic forces cause a section of the Earth to be raised, other processes take over and re-scrulpt the area. The 12 Apostles in Victoria are a great example of the forces involved that help shape a landform.
1. First off, what landscape is the 12 Apostles a part of? Secondly, what are those forces involved in shaping them? 2. Watch the video below and make notes on; - The secret codes of weathering and erosion - The two types of weathering and the methods involved in each type - The three methods involved in erosion 3. Using what you have just learnt about weathering and erosion, explain the changes evident in the London Bridge at the 12 Apostles.
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Natures creationsThe Grand Canyon and the Whitsundays are two perfect examples of weathering, erosion and a phenomena called deposition.
1. The Grand Canyon has been eroded over millions of years by the Colorado River and its tributaries where it carries the sediments down the river. It is a perfect example of weathering and erosion. 2. Watch the video below on the Grand Canyon and its creation. 3. Read JacPlus 2.6.3 'How is the landscape worn away?' The Whitsundays are an example of deposition as the sand is built up in one area due to the currents of wind and water. Copy down the meaning of deposition from JacPlus.
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Extra Activity - Pangea
We have looked at the processes that shape landscapes and landforms but what did the Earth look like at the beginning? 1. In your book draw how you think the world, Pangea, looked 600 million years ago. Think about the continents and oceans of the world. 2. Watch this clip showing how Earth has evolved in the last 600 million years. 3. In your book, summarise the clip you just saw. In your response answer the following questions; Where did Australia come from? Were Africa and South America joined? How did humans appear on most continents in the world, consider the vast oceans between the landmasses? |
What are Australia's landform regions?Australia has been shaped by the forces of weathering, erosion and tectonic plate movements. There are four key landform regions.
1. Read through JacPlus 2.3.2 - Coastal lowlands, central lowlands, great western plateau, and eastern highlands. 2. Draw Australia and shade in the four major landform regions. Use your atlas to include the location of Uluru, the Great Dividing Range, Lake Eyre, Hunter River Valley, Fitzroy/Darling/Murray rivers, Kimberley Ranges, 12 Apostles and the Three Sisters. 3. Describe the characteristics of Australia's four main landform regions? |
How are landscapes preserved and managed?From the middle of the twentieth century, there was growing concern about the need to protect areas of both cultural and natural significance. The World Heritage Convention was created just for this.
1. Why is it important to protect sites that have cultural or natural significance? 2. There are cultural, natural and mixed sights, what are some World Heritage Areas in Australia? |
Project - Landform Research Activity
Use the internet to discover a landform that you find interesting. Once you have discovered your landform you are to answer the following questions each on a separate slide or page, remember to add images and maps to your project.
Your Task; 1. Where is your landform located? Include a map detailing the country and a zoomed in area of the place. 2. What kind of landscape is your landform a part of? 3. Has your landform always looked like this? If not, how has it changed its shape over time? Consider weathering, erosion, tectonic plate movement and deposition. Think about the scale of this change! 4. Will your landform change its shape in the future? 5. Have natural causes such as wind, water and ice or human causes such as cities, roads, mining, agriculture and deforestation changed you landform over time? What landform will you choose? Check out these two links to give you some inspiration. http://www.stylemotivation.com/the-outlandish-landscapes/ http://topimnews.wealthmagnate.com/18-unreal-landscapes-earth/ Post your completed project on Google Classroom |