Topographic Maps

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Science

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6th - 8th Grade

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NGSS

MS-ESS2-2

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Matthew A Cline

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11 Slides • 5 Questions

Topographic Maps

Topographic Map

View from above

Shows elevation above sea level

Show shape of land

Write this definition on the bottom of your skinny sheet

Multiple Choice

Observe the image. Between which 2 points is the slope steeper?

A to B

C to D

Multiple Choice

How many peaks does this landform have?

None

Multiple Choice

Which direction is the river flowing on this topo map?

Northeast

Southwest

East

North

Contour Lines

Each line will increase or decrease
The contour interval is how much it increases by

Difference in elevation

To find the difference between 2 points, you get their values and subtract

Multiple Choice

What is the elevation at sea level?

1 million meters

0 meters

Whatever the contour interval says

10 meters

Multiple Choice

What is the difference in elevation between point A and B?

760 m

820 m

60 m

20 m

Exit Ticket

Write these answers on your note card!

What is the difference in elevation between point A and B? How do you know?
Is this a gentle or steep slope? How do you know?

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