Introduction to Science

WARM UP:

Introduction to Science

Semester 1, Unit 1, Lesson 1.07-1.11

1.COMPUTER

2.PAPER (OR DIGITAL NOTEBOOK)

In the chat box, tell me a time you used a map.

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“The important thing is never stop questioning (or
learning).” -Albert Einstein

LESSON INTRODUCTION

GUIDING QUESTIONS:

LESSON OBJECTIVES:

1. What are the pros and cons of map projection?
2. What do topographic maps show?
3. What do contour intervals show?

1. I can define topography.

KCS.SCI.MS.ESS.1.033 Interpret topographic maps and/or satellite views to
identify land and/or erosional features.

Topographic Maps

Topography is the psychical features of the land.

Examples might be volcanoes, lakes, mountains, valleys, rivers, and even roads.

They can be represented on maps in the legend.

Example:

A

B

C

Which area on the map
shows the part of the map
you would like to hike?
A, B, or C?
Why?

What is the contour
interval?
1. 50 feet

2.

500 feet

3.

1,000 feet

Multiple Choice

What is the contour interval?

Distance between each line

• 50 feet

• 1. 500 feet

• 1. 1,000 feet

UNDERSTANDING MAPS

TOPOGRAPHIC MAPS

This map uses COLOR BANDS. Each band
represents a range of elevation above sea
level.

This map is known as an ALTITUDE TINT MAP.

What do you know about the elevation of point
A?

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Have you ever been to an area with a different topographic region? The beach, mountains, etc.

Quiz Practice

What city is located at 10 degrees south
and 38 degrees east?

A.Rock City

B.White’s Beach

C.Red Bank

D.Surfer’s Town

How far is Belleville from Green Prairie?

A.5 km

B.10 km

C.20 km

D.30 km

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PRACTICE QUESTIONS

Quiz Practice

What city is located at 17 degrees south
and 36 degrees east?

A.Rock City

B.White’s Beach

C.Red Bank

D.Surfer’s Town

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