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In New Zealand, the contour lines on land are brown, except those for glaciers and so on which are blue.
I think the lines for lake bed are blue also, but don't have an example to hand.
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On a topographic map relief is shown using what?
countour intervals
Why does contour lines that show a steep cliff look different from contour lines that show a gentle slope?
one thing is that the countour lines that are steep cliff are more curved to the left side and the other ones the ones that show a gentle slope are curved to the right side
How Do Topographic Maps Differ From Relief Maps?
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.
What data does a countour line on a map indicate?
A contour line indicates height.
What is the east west lines on a map that show distance from the equator?
lines of latitude
On a topographic map relief is shown using what?
countour intervals
What contour lines show on a topographic map?
Contour lines show levels of elevation, where there are hills and valleys on a map
Why does contour lines that show a steep cliff look different from contour lines that show a gentle slope?
one thing is that the countour lines that are steep cliff are more curved to the left side and the other ones the ones that show a gentle slope are curved to the right side
What is the first step in finding a feature's elevation on a topographic map?
the countour
How Do Topographic Maps Differ From Relief Maps?
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.
What is a countour map?
A contour map is a physical map showing elevation and each line shows a major change in elevation.
What data does a countour line on a map indicate?
A contour line indicates height.
Why are countour lines oddly shaped?
Contours lines are oddly shaped because it goes according to how it is shaped.
What type of lines can be used on a map to show elevation?
contour lines
What do the curving lines on the weather map show?
isobars lines of equal pressure
What is the east west lines on a map that show distance from the equator?
lines of latitude
What is the difference between a contour map and a special purpose map?
a countour map shows elevation, while YOU should find out what a special purpose map is. It's not that hard. try google.
