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AP Human Geography • Unit 1

Topographic Maps & Terrain Analysis

Master topographic map interpretation. Use these interactive tools to understand elevation, calculate gradients, identify landforms, and decode standard map symbols.

Elevation Profiles
Gradient Calculation
Landform Identification

Interactive Learning Tools

Contour Line Reader
Click on contour lines to read their elevation and understand terrain shape.
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Selected Elevation

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Click a brown contour line on the map.