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The elevation on a topographic map is shown using Contour Interval.

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Lines on a map labeled with elevation are?

Topographical lines


What are lines on a map labeled with elevation?

Called both Elevation Lines or Contour Lines


What kind of map that uses shading and elevation lines?

That would be a topographical map. It uses contour lines (usually 100 or 50 ft. incraments) to show elevation above or below sea level. They're usually black & white and can be found wherever you can find maps.


The difference in elevation between the highest and lowest contour lines on a topographical map is called?

The difference in elevation between the highest and lowest contour lines on a topographical map is called a contour interval.


Equal points of elevation on a topographical map are connected by contour lines?

True.


What is the dark brown color on a topographical map?

The dark brown color on a topographical map usually represents contour lines that indicate elevation changes in the terrain. It is used to show areas of higher elevation such as mountains, hills, or other elevated land features.


A map with contour lines that show elevation of the earth's surface?

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What type of map measures elevation?

A topographic map measures elevation by showing contour lines that represent changes in elevation on the Earth's surface. These lines connect points of the same elevation, allowing users to visualize the terrain and understand the steepness of slopes.


What do closed circles represent on a topographical map?

The circles are called contour lines. A contour line connects points of the same elevation. When the lines are close together on a map that show the land is steep.


What kind of map show is different levels of elevation?

A topographic map shows different levels of elevation using contour lines to represent the shape of the land. Each contour line connects points of equal elevation, allowing users to visualize changes in terrain such as mountains, valleys, and plateaus.


How do you spell topographical?

That is the correct spelling of "topographical" (on an elevation map).


What type of map uses shading to show changes in elevation?

A topographic map uses shading, contour lines, and different colors to show changes in elevation. The shading helps visually represent the relief and terrain of an area, making it easier to understand the elevation changes across the landscape.