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What kind of slope give you lines that are close together and what kind gives lines that are far apart?
Wiki User
∙ 7y ago
If the "contour interval" ... the elevation difference between lines ... is the same
everywhere on the map, then the lines will be closer rogether on steep ground,
and farther apart on flatter ground.
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∙ 10y ago
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How can you determine whether the contours on a topographic map show a gradual slope?
If the topographic lines are closer together it means that it has a steeper slope grade, if they are farther apart, it means that they have a more relaxed slope grade. There is usually a scale on the map that can tell you in exact measurements of the slope.
What arrangement of contour lines shows that the land is steep?
The land is steep if the contour lines are close together
Do magnetic field lines close together indicate a weaker magnetic field?
no they are not
How do you contour lines show a steep slope?
How close together the brown contour lines are Yes, the closer the contours the steeper the slope. Flat land, by definition, has no contour lines.
Where do hikers find contour maps most useful?
Areas with variable topography (i.e. hills, cliffs, valleys). In places with swift elevation changes or even just hills. These kinds of conditions are shown on the map by the contour lines. When the lines are close together the topography is steep when the lines are further apart the topography is not steep.
Would a steep slope on a topographical map have lines close together or far apart?
they have to be close together if they are far apart it means it is a flat area
What kind of slope gives you lines that are close together?
Relief
On a topographic map how do you show a steep cliff?
if someone were to make a topographic map they would mostlikly have a bunch a contour lines realy close together because the closer they are together the more steep it is.so i guess they would make close contour lines then make a drop off
What kind of topgraphy is indicated by contour line that are very close together by contour line that are very far apart?
Lines that are very close indicate a steep change in altitude. Far apart means a slow or gradual change.
Contour lines that are widely space indicate what?
If the contour lines on a topographic map have wide spaces in between and are further apart then the terrain is relatively flat. If the contour lines are close together then the terrain forms a steep slope.
What does Linear mean in Geography terms?
In geography, linear refers to a straight path or feature, such as a river or road, that follows a consistent direction without significant deviation. Linear features are important for defining boundaries, interpreting landscape patterns, and studying spatial relationships.
Why would you avoid a route where map shows contour lines that are very close together?
When contour lines are close together the land is steep
What does it mean when the field lines are close together?
It means that the magnets are closer together
Are the lines closer together or further apart to indicate a steep slope?
Closer
What landform is shown by many contour lines that are very close together?
On a topographical map, a contour line indicates a change in elevation. When the lines are close together, the elevation is changing rapidly.
How can you determine whether the contours on a topographic map show a gradual slope?
If the topographic lines are closer together it means that it has a steeper slope grade, if they are farther apart, it means that they have a more relaxed slope grade. There is usually a scale on the map that can tell you in exact measurements of the slope.
If contour lines are close together does the land rise steeply or gradually?
If the contour lines on a topographic map are close together, that area is a steep slope. If the contours have wide spaces in between then the terrain is relatively flat. Many close contour lines mean the elevation is changing rapidly.
