Question

What are the characteristics of Contour lines ?

• A. Steep slopes.
• B. Gentle slopes
• C. Summits.
• D. All of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above.

Characteristics of contour lines are as follows;

• Steep slopes - contours are closely spaced.
• Gentle slopes - contours are less closely spaced.

Valley - contours form a V - shape pointing up the hill - these V shapes are always an indication of a drainage path which could also be a stream or river. Summits - contours forming circle.