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One special kind of map is called a topographic map. It has contour lines to show the shape and elevation of the land. They are sometimes called "level lines" because they show points that are at the same level. Here's how contour lines work: The top of this drawing is a con-tour map showing the hills that are illustrated at the bottom.
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Look at the extract from a simple topographic map featured on the first page of this worksheet. Use it to answer the questions below. 1. How much higher is the land at point D than at point F? How do you know?
To order a Canadian topographic map, you must know either the location (longitude/ latitude) or the name of your area of interest (e.g. a major city, or a large body of water). You may also order by map sheet number. Paper index maps are available from local map dealers and at map libraries across Canada.
1. Find the map for a location chosen by your teacher using the following map tool: http:// geobc.gov.bc.ca/base-mapping/imagery/topographic.html. Your teacher will determine which section of the map your group is to work on. 2. Print your section of the map in colour: you will use this as a base layer for your 3D model to be placed on. 3.
Part 1: Develop your topographic map reading skills by working with simplified diagrams that illustrate key elements of topographic maps. Part 2: Practice your map reading skills by interpreting snippets from topographic maps.
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Use a different symbol or color for the data points from “Point A” to the rim and from “Point B” to the rim. Label the x axis with total distance (km) (Column C) Label the y axis with elevation (m) (Column A) Connect the data points for each set of data. Write a key for the graph.
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What is a topographic map? what is an isoline or contour line? What type of characteristics does a topographic map show us? If you are wondering about the answers to these questions, you will find them when making a topographic map of a landform you have created. Directions: 1. Using the modeling dough or clay provided, design a landform.
