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