Topographical Maps Flashcards
1
Q
How do you find the contour interval?
A
Subtract the index contour lines and divide it by the # of lines between
2
Q
How do you find the elevation of a point?
A
Add the one’s on either side of it and divide by two
3
Q
What are index contour index contour lines?
A
The bolder lines on a map
4
Q
How do you know when the slope is the steepest?
A
When the lines are closer together
5
Q
How do know when the slope is the most shallow?
A
When the lines are farther apart
6
Q
What is the formula for slope?
A
Slope= rise/run
