Topographic Maps and Landforms Flashcard

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What is a topographic map?

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A detailed and accurate representation of the Earth's surface, showing elevation, landforms, and features such as rivers, roads, and buildings.

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What are contour lines?

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Lines that represent elevation and the shape of the land, connecting points of equal elevation.

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What is a mid-ocean ridge?

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An underwater mountain range where earthquakes and volcanic activity occur along the ridges.

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What do close contour lines indicate?

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A steep slope or a steep change in elevation.

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What is a hot spot?

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A place where hot magma rises through the Earth's surface.

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What does a landform map show?

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The different shapes and features of the land, such as mountains, valleys, and plains.

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What is elevation?

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The height of a point on the Earth's surface above sea level.

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What is a landform?

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A natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as a mountain, hill, valley, or plain.

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What is the purpose of a topographic map?

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To provide detailed information about the terrain, including elevation and landforms.

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What do widely spaced contour lines indicate?

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A gentle slope or a gradual change in elevation.