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Topographic Maps

Question 10 • RMA FL-2001310-Earth/Space Science Semester 2

Which phrase describes a contour interval?

Answer
A
place where roads intersect a slope
B
thick heavy lines on a topography map
C
numerical values of an area’s elevation
D
the difference in elevation between two lines

Explanation

A contour interval is the difference in elevation between neighboring contour lines on a topographic map. For example, if adjacent lines represent 100 feet and 120 feet, the contour interval is 20 feet. Numerical labels show elevations, but the interval is the elevation difference between lines.

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