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Understanding Slopes and Contours

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What does it indicate when contours are close together on a map?

A gentle slope
A flat area
A steep slope (correct)
An even slope

Contours that are far apart at the top and closer together at the bottom indicate a concave slope.

False (B)

What type of slope is indicated by evenly spaced contours?

Even slope

Contours touching each other indicate a __________.

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Match the following slope types with their descriptions:

<p>Concave slope = Contours close together at the top and farther apart at the bottom Convex slope = Contours far apart at the top and closer together at the bottom Even slope = Evenly spaced contours indicating a consistent slope Stepped slope = Contours close together in some areas and further apart in others</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Steep Slope

Contours are close together, indicating a sharp change in elevation.

Gentle Slope

Contours are spaced far apart, indicating a gradual change in elevation.

Concave Slope

Contours are close together at the top and become further apart as the slope descends.

Convex Slope

Contours are far apart at the top and come closer together as the slope descends.

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Cliff or Waterfall

Contours touch, indicating a very steep drop-off.

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Steep and Gentle Slopes

Contours on maps show different landscape features
Close contours = steep slope
Far-apart contours = gentle slope
Close contours at the top, far at the bottom = concave slope
Far contours at the top, close at the bottom = convex slope

Concave Slope

Contours close at the top, far apart at the bottom
Profile has a curving upwards shape

Convex Slope

Contours far apart at top, close at bottom
Profile has a curving downwards shape

Even Slope

Contours evenly spaced
Profile shows a consistent slope

Stepped Slope

Contours show a series of steps
Indicates a stepped incline

Cliff

Contours touch each other
Indicates a vertical drop-off

Waterfall

Contours touch each other
Indicates a dramatic drop in elevation, a waterfall

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This quiz explores the different types of slopes represented by contour lines on maps, including steep, gentle, concave, and convex slopes. Learn how to identify these features, as well as cliffs and waterfalls, through their specific contour arrangements. Test your understanding of landscape interpretation and cartographic methods.