Topographical Maps

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Topographical Maps
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Topographical Map

• A topographic map is a detailed and accurate map
  of cultural and natural features.

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Terms to Know

• Elevation Height above sea level
• Contour lines a line drawn on a topographic map
  that connects all points that have equal elevation

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Terms to Know

• Index contour every fifth line, printed bold
• Benchmarks- places where the exact elevation has
  been surveyed

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Lets Draw

• On your paper draw a picture of Mount Fisher Price

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Mt. Fisher Price
Why is the line around the orange circle bolder
than the others?
Answer It is an Index Contour Line
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Where is the top of this mountain?
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How many peaks does this mountain have?
Answer 3
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Lavergne, Tennessee
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Denver Colorado
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Denali, Alaska
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Grand Canyon, Arizona
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Grand Canyon
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Battleship
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