Slope Flashcards
1
Q
Uniform
A
On a map the contour lines will be spaced evenly. No change in angle
2
Q
Steep
A
relatively high gradient
3
Q
Terrace
A
step-like landform
4
Q
Gentle slope
A
gentle slope will be evenly spaced and wide apart
5
Q
Convex Slope
A
Starts steep at the bottom of the hill, and becomes gentle near the top
6
Q
Concave slope
A
Starts gentlest at the bottom of the hill, and becomes steeper near the top
