Topographic Interpretation
Geography ⇒ Geographical Skills and Techniques
Topographic Interpretation starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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A map has a scale of 1:50,000. If two points are 4 cm apart on the map, what is the actual distance between them in kilometres?
A topographic map shows a series of concentric contour lines with increasing values towards the centre. What does this indicate?
Describe how you would identify a plateau on a topographic map.
Describe the method to determine the direction of flow of a river using contour lines on a topographic map.
Describe the steps to calculate the gradient between two points on a topographic map.
Explain the difference between a ridge and a valley as represented by contour lines.
Explain the importance of understanding topographic maps for disaster management.
Explain the significance of the legend/key in a topographic map.
Explain the term 'settlement pattern' as interpreted from a topographic map.
If the contour interval of a map is 20 metres, what is the difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines?
What does a broken line on a topographic map usually represent?
What does the blue colour generally represent on a topographic map?
What information can be obtained from the marginal information of a topographic map?
What is the difference between a perennial and a non-perennial river as shown on a topographic map?
What is the main purpose of a topographic map?
What is the meaning of the term 'grid reference' in topographic maps?
What is the significance of the north line on a topographic map?
