Question

9 interpret the map above shows an erosional feature formed by moving water. imagine you are showing this map to a friend who is not familiar with topographic maps. explain how to interpret the contour lines on the map to identify the feature.

Explanation:

Contour lines on a topographic map connect points of equal elevation. Closer contour lines mean steeper slopes. For the erosional feature formed by moving water, look for V - shaped contour lines pointing upstream. The elevation decreases in the direction the V - shape points. Also, the spacing between contour lines can show the gradient of the land around the water - formed feature.

Answer:

Contour lines connect equal - elevation points. Closer lines mean steeper slopes. For water - formed erosional features, look for V - shaped lines pointing upstream with elevation decreasing in the V - direction. Spacing shows land gradient.