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Digital Literacy

How to Read Contour Lines on a Topographic Map

How to Read Contour Lines on a Topographic Map

Earth Explained · YouTube
Audio narration — reads aloud, works offline

Transcript

[0:00] A topographical map uses symbols, contour lines and colours to show the shape of the land and what people do on it. [0:40] By reading the map you can spot farming, settlement, transport, trade and forestry across an area. [1:20] Environmental degradation is the damage of land, water and air through actions like deforestation and pollution. [2:00] Its effects include soil erosion, loss of wildlife, drought and flooding that harm people's lives. [2:40] We conserve the environment by planting trees, reducing pollution, and protecting heritage sites for the future.

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