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Chapter 1, Section 4 - Topographic Maps
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| topographic map | a map showing the surface features of an area |
| contour interval | change in elevation from contour line to contour line |
| contour line | connects points of equal elevation |
| GPS | a method of finding latitude, longitude, and elevation using a network of satellites |
| key or legend | a list of all the symbols used on the map with an explanation of their meaning |
| depression | a closed loop with dashes inside - land is lower there |
| hilltop | a contour line that forms a closed loop with no other contour lines |
| government agency | U.S. Geological Survey |
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Sixth Grade Teacher |
Ray Middle School |
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