Physical environments

Local weather in the UK is affected by various factors including latitude and relief, the five main air masses and depressions and anticyclones which produce distinctive weather characteristics.

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.

Coastal landscapes form cliffs, caves and arches. Land uses at the coast like industry and recreation and tourism can be in conflict with each other and solutions must be adopted to deal with these.

Upland limestone produces distinctive features which can be used for industry, farming, recreation and tourism. Land use conflicts can often arise and solutions must deal with these conflicts.

River features and land uses vary along the course of a river. Conflicts can arise between the different land uses and solutions must be adopted to minimise these disputes.