Bellwork1. Write this definition
Topography - the surface features of a place or a region
2. Which of the following would be an example of topography?
a. climate b. landforms
c. population d. cities
Topographical Map
A topographic map is a detailed and accurate map of cultural and natural features.
Terms to Know
Elevation – Height above sea level
Contour lines – a line drawn on a topographic map that connects all points that have equal elevation
Terms to Know
Index contour – every fifth line, printed bold
Benchmarks- places where the exact elevation has been surveyed
Mt. Fisher Price
Why is the line around the orange circle bolder than the others?
Answer – It is an Index Contour Line
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