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What is contour line in art?
A contour line in art is an outline of a subject with no shading.
Can a contour line on a topographic map connect a point with an elevation of 100 feet to a point with an elevation of 110 feet?
No. Contour lines connect points of the same elevation
What is the 5th contour line called?
An Index Contour
What was the first contour line?
The first contour line was created by Charles Hutton in 1771. He used contour lines to map a coal mine.
Size in the change of elevation from one contour line to another is what?
The size in the change of elevation from one contour line to another is called the contour interval. It represents the vertical distance between each contour line on a topographic map. The contour interval helps in understanding the slope and elevation changes of the terrain being represented.
What is a darker contour line usually every fifth line?
It makes it easier to count the number of contour lines.
How would you use the words 'contour line' in a sentence?
The road followed the contour line around the mountain. The contour line was smooth and created good air flow over the wing.
What is a contor line?
A contour line is a line on a map connecting points of equal elevation or depth. Contour lines help visualize and understand the shape of the land by showing the topographic features like hills, valleys, and plateaus. These lines make it easier to interpret the terrain and plan routes in outdoor activities.
What is every fifth contour line?
it is a contour line of elevation Control index contour, or just index contour
What is a sentence for contour line?
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Will elevations of 300' and 350' respectively occur on the same contour line isoline on a topographic map?
No, elevations of 300' and 350' would not appear on the same contour line isoline on a topographic map. Contour lines represent the same elevation throughout the line, so different elevations would be on different contour lines.
What is the best definition of what a contour line is?
A contour line is a line defining elevation on a map.
To contour lines depicting a valley or draw are you or v-shaped what does the closed end of the contour line point to?
The point of the V is probably where there is a stream, river or wash.
On a topographic map how would you show an island in the ocean with an elevation of 80 feet if the contour interval is 10 feet?
You would just add 10 every contour line you pass until you get to the number 80.
What is contour line in art?
A contour line in art is an outline of a subject with no shading.
What is the change in elevation from one contour line to the next is called?
Contour interval
Can a contour line on a topographic map connect a point with an elevation of 100 feet to a point with an elevation of 110 feet?
No. Contour lines connect points of the same elevation
