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Topographical Maps
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Topographical Map A topographic map is a detailed and accurate map of cultural and natural features.
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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
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Terms to Know Index contour – every fifth line, printed bold Benchmarks- places where the exact elevation has been surveyed
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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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Where is the top of this mountain?
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How many peaks does this mountain have? Answer 3
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Lavergne, Tennessee
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Denver Colorado
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Denali, Alaska
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Grand Canyon, Arizona
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Grand Canyon
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Battleship
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