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sometimes when maps are representing areas that are very flat, supplementary contours are used over part or all of the map to show local variations.

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What are the different types of contour lines on a map?

There are five types: Index Intermediate Supplementary Depression Carrying


What is a supplementary contour line on a map?

A supplementary contour line on a map represents a line that is drawn at a certain elevation interval, typically smaller or different than the standard contour interval. These lines help to provide more detailed information about the terrain, especially in areas with steep slopes or significant changes in elevation. They are useful for identifying smaller features like ridges, valleys, or changes in slope that may not be captured by the main contour lines.


Are parallel lines supplementary or complimentary?

Angles are complimentary or supplementary. Lines aren't.


What would happen if supplementary lines weren't supplementry?

Then they would not be supplementary lines.


How do contour lines show elevation?

The darker contour lines on map are called index contour lines. Numbers that indicate elevations are often written on these lines.


What is the definition of hachured contour lines?

Hachured contour lines are contour lines with ticks pointing downslope that indicate a depression on a topographic map.


How does index contour lines differ from other contour lines?

Index contour lines are thicker and usually have their elevation labeled. They help users quickly identify key elevations on a topographic map. In contrast, regular contour lines show the shape and elevation of the land but do not have specific labels.


What is the difference in elevation between two contour lines that are side by side?

The difference in elevation between two contour lines that are side by side is the contour interval. The contour interval is the vertical distance between two adjacent contour lines on a topographic map.


What is the definition of a contour interval?

The definition of a contour interval is the difference in elevation between two consecutive lines.


What are the main topographic map rules?

The main topographic map rules include contour lines never crossing, contour lines close together represent steep terrain, contour lines spread out represent flat terrain, and elevation is indicated by the contour lines.


What happens on a topographic map the closer the contour lines get?

The closer the contour lines, the steeper is the slope.


What arrangement of contour lines shows that the land is steep?

The land is steep if the contour lines are close together