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Why do mountain roads zigzag?
because those 'zigs ziags' are called switch backs, and its easier to go left then right, then go straight up a mountain, because its most likely very steep. think about when you walk up a very steep hill, you often go left and right, because its easier then going striaght up. Basically, its safer and easier for cars to zigzag then go straight up.
Road?
A road is a thoroughfare route or way on land between two places that has been paved or otherwise improved to allow travel by foot or some form of conveyance including a vehicle, cart, bicycle, truck, and buses. Purpose of Road Classification A road network is composed of various types of roads, each of which performs a particular service in facilitating vehicular travel between points of trip origin and destination, and in providing access to the property. Road classification is the orderly grouping of roads into systems according to the type and degree of service they provide to the public. Classification of Roads 1. Based on Materials Earthen roads Gravel roads Murrum roads Kankar roads WBM roads Bituminous roads Concrete roads 2. Based on Location and Function National highways State highways District roads Rural roads or village roads 3. Based on Traffic Volume Light traffic roads Medium traffic roads High traffic roads 4. Based on Economy Low-cost roads Medium cost roads High-cost roads 5. Based on Traffic Type Pedestrian ways Cycle tracks Motorways 6. Based on Rigidity Flexible roads Rigid roads 7. Based on Topography Plain area roads Hilly area roads Factors Affecting Classification of Roads Many different classification systems have been introduced and used for a particular purpose. The basis for some of these classifications are: Legal control Surface type Function Geometric elements Location Traffic volume
What is one example of a human made feature that a geographer might study?
Roads
How many miles of paved roads are there in the US?
3,323 miles of paved roads
When was Glass Mountain Roads created?
Glass Mountain Roads was created on 2006-08-22.
What are roads in hilly regions called?
Roads in hilly regions are sometimes called switchbacks. These are roads that sort of meander back and forth to allow for slower rates of climb and descent on hilly areas.
The terms of a bicycle ride on hilly roads?
mountain/hilly ride
What type of landforms do people avoid why?
Mountainous regions, are landforms people avoid as the roads are steep and quite risky. Deserts are also avoided.
What is the significance of the zigzag line?
Well, on British roads it means you can't park there.metalloidsOn the periodic table of elements, the zigzag dark line marks the elements that are metalloids.
Is San Francisco hilly or flat?
The roads running through San Francisco are famous (or infamous) for how steep they are. You better believe San Francisco is hilly!
Why does the roads in mountains are zigzag?
the reason that roads "zigzag" while going up steep mountains is so that the incline is more gradual rather than being straight up. For example, if a mountain is 50 degrees up, that would be quite an incline for most vehicles, so they zigzag the roads so that each short portion of road goes up say 30 degrees, which is a much more reasonable incline for people and vehicles.
Is it safe to drive sedan at hilly roads?
Yes, just follow posted speed limits.
Why to sprinkle calcium chloride on roads in polar regions?
To minimize the accumulation of ice on the roads.
Would you find potholes in the roads of regions where temperatures are above freezing all the time Why?
Would you find potholes in the roads of regions where temperatures are above freezing all the time
Are a regions main roads related to its physical features?
yes it is
Is a regions main roads related to a physical feature?
Yes, it is.
Is Massachusetts flat or hilly?
It is naturally hilly, but it has been flattened out quite a bit by artificial means, to make it easier to build houses and roads over. Many towns and cities still have many hills, some of considerable size.
