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Coire Bhrochain is a large glacial corrie on the western face of Braeriach, the third-highest mountain in Scotland at 1,296 meters (4,252 feet). Located within the Cairngorms mountain range in the eastern Scottish Highlands, the corrie is characterized by a steep headwall and a deep hollow formed by glacial erosion. The Cairngorms are known for their sub-Arctic plateau environment and are designated as a national park.
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Where is Coire Bhrochain?
Coire Bhrochain is a large glacial corrie on the western face of Braeriach in the Cairngorms. It is located in the eastern Scottish Highlands.
How high is Braeriach?
Braeriach rises to 1,296 meters, or 4,252 feet, making it the third-highest mountain in Scotland. Coire Bhrochain occupies part of its steep western mountain face.
What does Coire Bhrochain look like?
The corrie is characterized by a steep headwall and a deeply glaciated mountain setting. Its shape reflects the erosion caused by ice moving and accumulating on Braeriach.
Is Coire Bhrochain a volcanic crater?
No, it is a glacial corrie, also called a cirque. Its bowl-like form was carved by glacial action, even though the Cairngorm landscape also contains complex older geological formations.
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