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Contour lines refer to the elevation of a line as it runs through a mapped area. For instance a 1,000ft. contour line might meander through an open field or wrap completely around a hill. On any map the "Contour Interval" is indicated somewhere as 25FT or 50ft. or 100ft. meaning that it will be this distance vertically between lines of the same altitude. In flat lands it may be a long distance between contour lines but on a steep slope they might be crowded close together.
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JudyThe spacing of contour lines on a topographic map indicates the steepness of the terrain. Closer spaced lines represent steeper slopes, while wider spaced lines indicate flatter terrain. By analyzing the spacing between contour lines, you can determine the elevation changes in a specific area and understand the topography of the land.
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What do the lines on a contour map tell us?
The lines on a contour map connect points of equal elevation. By looking at the spacing and shape of these lines, we can determine the steepness of the terrain, the presence of valleys or ridges, and the overall topography of the area.
What are the lines of a topographic map called?
The lines on a topographic map are called contour lines. These lines represent points of equal elevation above or below a reference point, such as sea level. Contour lines help us visualize the shape and features of the land surface on a two-dimensional map.
Why are contour lines oddly shaped?
Contour lines are oddly shaped because they represent points on the map that have the same elevation. They can curve, bend, or even form irregular shapes to show changes in the elevation of the land. These contours help us visualize the three-dimensional shape of the terrain on a two-dimensional map.
What do the magnetic patterns indicate about the forces of inteaction between magnets?
The direction of the lines tells us whether there is attraction or repulsion, and the spacing of the lines is a measure of the strength of the magnetic field. The more crowded the lines the stronger the field.
What do latitude and longitude tell us?
The lines on a map or globe that go vertically and match with the lines of latitude to tell the exact pin points of a place.
