Practice Contour Interval (1.16.1) - Contouring

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Question 1.
What is a contour interval?
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Think about how it helps us read maps.
Question 2.
How does terrain influence contour intervals?
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Consider the visibility of changes in elevation.
3Question 3.
What does a smaller contour interval indicate?
- More detail in hilly areas
- Less detail in flat areas
- No relevance to mapping
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Remember how elevation changes are represented.
4Question 4.
True or False: Larger contour intervals are always better for flat terrain.
- True
- False
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Think about how flat land appears on a map.
Question 5.
You have a flat area needing a contour map for a future park. Suggest the contour interval and explain your rationale considering the park's use.
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Think about how people will move and use the park.
Question 6.
Design a scenario for a hilly landscape where the contour interval of 10 meters would be inappropriate. Discuss the consequences of this choice.
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Reflect on if steep slopes are accurately indicated with larger intervals.

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