Soils of the Fell Sandstone

Synopsis

Shows the range of soils found in one area of northern England and explains reasons for their formation. Shows upland soil types ranging from brown earths and podzols to gley and peat soils in their landscape. Discusses environmental factors of climate, topography, parent material and vegetation, and for each soil describes and illustrates the processes of soil development. Relates the long-term trend in soil evolution in this heather moorland of north-east England to changes in land use and vegetation, such as forest clearance.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 27 min.

Year of production

1991

Availability

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Uses

Undergraduates and postgraduates studying soil science, natural resources, environmental sciences, and geography.

Subjects

Environmental science; Geography

Keywords

England; soils

Credits

Writer

D L Rimmer; R W Payton

Distributor

Name

University of Newcastle, Television Service

Notes

No longer in existence as a distributor