understand maps 2

Front

If the lines are close together on the map, it means that the rise/drop is _____________.

Back

Steep

Front

What is elevation?

Back

Height

Front

0 Degrees of Latitude is known as _____________.

Back

Equator.

Front

A ‘line of equal elevation’ is also called a _____________.

Back

Contour line

Front

The distance between contour lines is called _____________.

Back

Contour interval

Front

What do contour lines represent on a map?

Back

They represent areas of equal elevation.

Front

What is the purpose of a topographic map?

Back

To show elevation and landforms.

Front

What does a contour interval of 10 meters indicate?

Back

Each contour line represents a change in elevation of 10 meters.

Front

What is the significance of the Prime Meridian?

Back

It is the reference line for 0 degrees longitude.

Front

What does a steep slope look like on a topographic map?

Back

Contour lines are close together.