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17. 16. 15. 14. 13. 12. 11. 10. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. Using appropriate grid references describe the physical characteristics of the R. Carron, from G.R. 322159 to 438146. 8 marks. OS map work. Past paper 1999
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17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Using appropriate grid references describe the physical characteristics of the R. Carron, from G.R. 322159 to 438146. 8 marks
OS map work • Past paper 1999 • Your description could include the following; meanders, ox-bow lakes, floodplain ( 1.5km), tributaries, drainage ditches. • Credit could also be given for suggesting that the section between 414126 and 407118 is straight and has probably been modified by human interference. • Credit can also be given for reference to the height and shape of the valley. • 1 mark for each descriptive term. Up to two mark may be awarded for specific grid references. No G.Rs max of 4 marks.
OS map work • River Avon has a wider floodplain 3km v 5km • Both rivers flow towards the sea. R Avon flows south, R Stour SE. Both rivers widen as they the move closer to the sea. • Cut-off meanders on R Avon 149968 • More tributary rivers on R Avon. • Braiding on R Avon.