Topographic Maps

A topographic map is a type of map that shows elevation.

Contour lines connect points of equal elevation.

People like hikers and others who need to know the elevation of an area use topographic maps.

<p>Index contours display the exact elevation of one specific line.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The contour interval is the distance between any two side-by-side lines, indicating the elevation change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contour lines cannot cross because it would indicate two different elevations at the same location, which is not possible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hachures are lines that indicate depressions or holes on a topographic map.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A geologic map shows the ages and types of rocks in addition to topographic lines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Different colors on a geologic map represent different types or ages of rocks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metamorphic rocks are usually colored with shades of brown or olive green on a geologic map.</p> Signup and view all the answers