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Topographic Maps Independant practice 2

Last updated over 4 years ago
18 questions

Aim: How are topographic maps interpreted?


Today you will analyzing topographic maps to determine the contour interval, gradient, steepness of slope, elevation, and stream flow direction.

Map #1

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What compass direction is Colden Creek flowing?

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what is the elevation at point Y?

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what is the difference in elevation between point B and Point A

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What is the highest possible elevation shown on the map?

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If you want tofind the easiest path to Holand hill . what helpful information that can be used

Map #2

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What compass direction is Fish Creek flowing?

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What is a possible elevation of point B?

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which point will have the steepest slope?

Map #3

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What compass direction is Amethyst River flowing?

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what is the difference in elevation between point E and D

Map #4

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What compass direction is Jones Creek flowing?

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What is the contour interval of this map?

Map #5

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What compass direction is Auroro Creek flowing?

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What is the highest elevation for Patriot Hill?

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what is the change in elevation between point A to point B?

Map #6

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What compass direction is Green River flowing?

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Which lettered point has the highest elevation?

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What is the elevation of point A?