are lines that connect points or areas of equal elevation.

(aka topo map) are types of maps that show changes in elevation on the Earth's surface.

1. They never Cross 2. Join at the end to make a circular shape 3. Circles inside circles = hill or mountain 4. Hatchured lines = depression 5. Closely spaced = Steep Slope 6. Far Spaced = Gentle Slope 7. Contour Interval cannot change 8. Rule of

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Term	Definition
Contour Lines	are lines that connect points or areas of equal elevation.
Topographic Map	(aka topo map) are types of maps that show changes in elevation on the Earth's surface.
Contour Rules	1. They never Cross 2. Join at the end to make a circular shape 3. Circles inside circles = hill or mountain 4. Hatchured lines = depression 5. Closely spaced = Steep Slope 6. Far Spaced = Gentle Slope 7. Contour Interval cannot change 8. Rule of