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Topography and Contour Lines
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Topography and Contour Lines

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Which term refers to the configuration of surface features of a plot of land?

  • Contour lines
  • Contour interval
  • Topography (correct)
  • Slope

    • What do contour lines join?

  • Points of different elevation
  • Points of equal distance
  • Points of equal elevation (correct)
  • Points of different distance

    • What is the slope (%) between any two contour lines?

  • A function of the total change in elevation and the horizontal distance (correct)
  • A function of the contour interval and the vertical distance
  • A function of the vertical distance and the horizontal distance
  • A function of the contour interval and the horizontal distance

    • Which type of slope is indicated by closely spaced contours?

    <p>A relatively steep rise in elevation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of slope is suitable for informal outdoor activities and can be built on without too much difficulty?

    <p>A relatively flat or gently sloping surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of ground slopes are subject to erosion and are difficult to build on?

    <p>25%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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