Question

Which of the following statements is correct about hill shading?

• A. Plains have dark shadows in the relief map.
  
• B. Gentle slopes have light shadows in the relief map.
  
• C. Gentle slopes have dark shadows in the relief map.
• D. Steep slopes have light shadows in the relief map.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Gentle slopes have light shadows in the relief map.


In hill shading, the steep slopes have dark shadows and the gentle slopes have lighter shadows. Level ground, whether high or low are left unshaded.