Topographic Maps Flashcards
What are Elevation and Slope?
Two elements that determine how landforms appear and connect
What is a contour line?
The indication of the difference in elevation of the terrain
What is a contour interval?
The vertical distance between adjacent lines
What does a gentle slope look like on a topographic map?
The contour lines are farther apart from eachother
What does a steep slope look like on a topographic map?
The contour lines are closer to eachother
What does a concave look like on a topographic map?
The contour lines are closely spaced at the top and widely spaced at the bottom
What does a convex look like on a topographic map?
The contour lines are widely spaced at the top and closely spaced at the bottom
What are the different types of mountains?
Gentle, steep, concave, convex, saddle, gully, spur, ridge, depression & cliff.