Glacial Forces and Tectonic Shaping

Fjords are typically formed by the process of glaciation, which carves deep U-shaped valleys with steep rock walls on either side. Uncover the dynamic geological processes of glaciation and plate tectonics that shape fjords. This text forms the student reading for the Taking the Mystery Out of Misty Fjords teaching guide.

Topics

  • fjord
  • glacial forces
  • tectonic shaping
  • plate tectonics
  • Earth's crust
  • granite walls
  • glaciation
  • geological processes
  • geological history
  • fjord formation