Topography Maps

Topographic maps

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Take notes as you are going through the slides.

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Multiple Choice

Volcanic eruptions create new land by adding

• gases to the air
• heat to the soil
• new rock to Earth's surface
• water vapor to the air

Multiple Choice

The height above sea level is called

• topographic
• contour
• elevation
• depth

Multiple Choice

What are the curved lines on a topographic map called?

• contour lines
• contour intervals
• slope
• elevation

Multiple Choice

What feature is formed at B?

• river
• rift valley
• sink hole
• mountain