Effect of Tide on Rivers

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Lower course of the river Severn near the river's mouth.

Views and description of the lower course of the river Severn as it widens and nears the sea becoming a tidal river. The effect of tides on rivers is noted.
From: Landmarks The River Severn The Course of the River
First Broadcast : 06 January 1997

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 7-9

Subject : Geography

Topic : Rivers

Keywords : River Severn, Mouth of river, Tidal rivers

Notes : Use clip as an introduction to or revision on stages of a river's journey.


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