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On a topographic map, elevation is represented by countour lines, which is two lines that connect without intersecting.
Relief is also shown by contour lines but also with a variety of other methods, such as shades and colors.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoTopographic maps use *contour lines to show the shape of Earth's surface. The spacing of contour lines indicate how steep a slope is.Shaded relief maps indicate height by using shading instead of contour lines.
*Contour lines- imaginary line drawn on a map
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∙ 10y agoThe closer the lines are on a topographic map, the steeper the slope, and vice versa.
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What type of map shows where mountains and plains are located?
topographic maps show elevation slope and relief. a physical map shows the features of earths landmasses using texture. hope this help!
How do topographic maps differ from geologic maps?
Topographic maps show topography. Topography is the height and dimensions of a land mass above water, conversely bythmetery is know as water topography. Geologic maps show geological feature of a land mass such as vegetation and climate zones.
What are some GOOD facts about topographic maps?
topographic maps have contour lines that show a specific place...
What is the difference between a topographic map and bathymetric map?
Topographic maps are used to show elevation on land, and bathymetric maps are used to show depth in bodies of water.
How do geologist use topographical maps?
geologists use . topographic maps to see surface features
How would topographic maps of urban areas differ from topographic maps of suburban and rural areas?
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What maps are similar to topographic maps?
Topographic maps
What type of map shows where mountains and plains are located?
topographic maps show elevation slope and relief. a physical map shows the features of earths landmasses using texture. hope this help!
A topographic map differs from a road map in the topographic map shows?
A topographic map shows equal lines of elevation, in set distances which can vary between maps (dependent on the grade of elevation change). elevation,relief,and slope.
How do topographic maps differ from geologic maps?
Topographic maps show topography. Topography is the height and dimensions of a land mass above water, conversely bythmetery is know as water topography. Geologic maps show geological feature of a land mass such as vegetation and climate zones.
Which of the maps show the three dimensions of earths surface?
Topographic map
What are some GOOD facts about topographic maps?
topographic maps have contour lines that show a specific place...
What is relief mean in topographic map?
was it not or what
Who makes topographic maps?
cartographers?
Where are topographic maps found?
an atlas
Do topographic maps show elivation?
Elevation is one of the things that a topographic map will show.
How are hills represented on a topographic map?
hills and mountains are represented by circles on topographic maps.
