Topographic Maps
elevation
Height above sea level
contour line
A line on a topographic map that connects points of equal elevation
Bathymetric map
A map of the bottom of the ocean showing the contours of the ocean floor and its geologic features
contour map
A map that shows elevation using lines, also called a topographic map.
topographic map
A map that shows the shape of the ground as well as location and elevation using lines.
landform
A natural feature found on the land (mountains, deserts, rivers)
index contour line
Every 5th contour line is darker in color. This line is called an _____
topography
Physical features and land forms that shape a region.
contour interval
The difference in elevation from one contour line to the next
slope
The steepness of the land
relief
elevation of a land surface