A Topographic Map represents the physical characteristics of an area, including height and depth, through use of conventional shading to represent relief, or more accurately through the use of lines representing specific distances depending on their spacing. More closely spaced lines mean a steeper gradient, while widely spaced lines shown a flatter geographical area. The accompanying example of a topographical map of a section of the Swiss Alps, combines both contour lines and symbolic shading.
No comments:
Post a Comment