Q1
How does a plateau appear on a contour map?
ARelatively flat at higher elevation
BSteep slopes throughout
CA single point
DNo specific pattern
ICSEClass 10 (ICSE)GeographyCh 4 · Topic 1
Identification and Recognition of Landforms
Landforms like hills, valleys, plateaus, and plains can be identified on topographical maps using contour patterns and other map features.
Core concept
A plateau appears as a relatively flat area at higher elevation, identifiable by widely spaced contours at higher elevation values.
How it works
A river valley typically shows V-shaped contours pointing upstream, often with a river symbol running through the lowest point.
Why it matters
A ridge (elongated hill) shows contours forming an elongated pattern, higher in the middle and decreasing outward on both sides.
Key detail
Practising landform identification on maps builds essential geography skills for understanding terrain and answering exam questions.
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• A plateau shows widely spaced contours at higher elevation.
• It appears relatively flat at height.
• A river valley shows V-shaped contours pointing upstream.
• A river symbol often runs through the lowest point.
• A ridge shows an elongated contour pattern.
• It's higher in the middle, decreasing outward.
• Practice builds landform identification skills.
• This is essential for geography exams.