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Geology of Scotland - Wikipedia
From a geological and geomorphological perspective the country has three main sub-divisions all of which were affected by Pleistocene glaciations. Highlands and Islands The Highlands and Islands lie to the north and west of the Highland Boundary Fault, which runs from Arran to Stonehaven. This part of Scotland … See more
The geology of Scotland is unusually varied for a country of its size, with a large number of different geological features. There are three main geographical sub-divisions: the See more
Siccar Point
Siccar Point, Berwickshire is world-famous as one of the sites that proved Hutton's views about the … See more• Geology of Scotland – Earthwise – British Geological Survey. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
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The oldest rocks of Scotland are the Lewisian gneisses, which were formed in the Precambrian period, up to 3,000 Ma (million years ago). … See moreScottish geologists and non-Scots working in Scotland have played an important part in the development of the science, especially during its pioneering period in the late 18th century … See more
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The oldest rocks in Scotland are found in the Outer Hebrides and on the coast of the Northwest Highlands. The ‘Lewisian Gneiss’ is ancient, highly deformed metamorphic rock that takes its name from the island of Lewis.
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Rocks and minerals - NatureScot
Jan 27, 2023 · The rocks we see today reflect the diverse environments in which they formed, from deep oceans and shallow seas to deserts, swamps and lakes. Many rare and valuable minerals occur in Scotland’s rocks.
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Northern Highlands – Scottish Geology Trust
To the east of that belt, most of the Northern Highlands is underlain by rocks known as the Moine Supergroup. These were originally sands and muds deposited in an ancient ocean, 1000 million years ago. Since then they have …
Scotland's rocks, landforms and soils - NatureScot
Jan 16, 2023 · Our rocks, fossils, landforms and soils have played an important part in shaping how scientists in Scotland and beyond understand the Earth. We can also predict, to an extent, the effects of future climate change by drawing …
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Knockan Crag - Scottish Geology Trust
Unlock the mysteries of the amazing landscape in and around the Knockan Crag NNR in the North West Highlands UNESCO Geopark. Here, you can walk right up to and touch the strange, internationally famous geological phenomenon …
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