map scale and topographical maps

Question 1

what is a map scale

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the relationship between a distance on a map and the actual distance on earth expressed as a ratio

Question 2

a vertical scale

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equates two different units of measure (1cm=100km)

Question 3

benefit of vertical scale

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can use any two units

Question 4

where is vertical scale most commonly found

Answer 4

road maps

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a fractional scale

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shows the ratio of a represented distance on the map to the actual distance on earths surface with the same units

Question 6

you can use any unit for a fractional map

Answer 6

yup

Question 7

a graphic scale uses a

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measure line marked by a specific distance used to determine actual distance (—=10km

Question 8

a legend lists

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all the symbols on a map and what they represent

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problem with legend

Answer 9

symbols not universal

Question 10

one of the most basic tools for an earth scientist is a

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map

Question 11

a topographic map is

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a map that shows the changes in elevation on earth’s surface

Question 12

a contour line is

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a line that connects points of equal elevation

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a contour interval is the

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difference in elevation between two side-by-side contour lines and a constant in each map

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contour lines connect points of

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equal elevation

Question 15

a contour line is finite

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false

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contour lines never cross

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each other

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closely spaced contour lines represent

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steep slopes

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circular depressions(holes) are shown through

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closed contour lines with marks called hachures

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contour lines point upstream when

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crossing a stream, river or valley

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an index counter is

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a contour line that is darker/thicker than other counter lines and is labeled with its elevation as an aid in reading topographical maps

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a map series includes

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maps that have the same dimensions of latitude and longitude

Question 22

a geological map is a

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map that uses patterns or colors along with symbols to show layers of rock that exist at or just below the surface of earth

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topographic maps can be used to determine

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location and indicate manmade structures like roads

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geological maps help

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develop cross-sections or a side-view

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geological maps are of value in the extraction of

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natural resources

Question 25

hydrological maps show

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where surface and underground water surface are