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Topographic elevation map of northern Scotland derived from STRM data (USGS (2004), Shuttle Radar Topography Mission) (dark green = high elevation, light green = low elevation), geographical terms and places mentioned in the text. The inset map highlights the location of NW Highlands field area.
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Glacial landscape forms are inherited by rivers following deglaciation. Hillslopes and valley floors configured by glacial erosion control the distribution of bedrock channels and potential sites for fluvial incision. The importance of 'stream power' parameters, channel slope and drainage area (discharge), in controlling the rate of incision is wid...
