GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

WORLD HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A map that shows the natural features of the Earth’s surface such as landforms, bodies of water and land elevation is called
A
Political map
B
Topographical map
C
A world map
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Topographical maps, also known as general purpose maps, are drawn at relatively large scales. These maps show important natural and cultural features such as relief, vegetation, water bodies, cultivated land, settlements, and transportation networks, etc.

Detailed explanation-2: -topography. noun. to·pog·ra·phy tə-ˈpäg-rə-fē : the art or practice of showing on maps or charts the heights and depths of the features of a place. : the shape and height and depth of the features of a place.

Detailed explanation-3: -A topographic map is a detailed and accurate illustration of man-made and natural features on the ground such as roads, railways, power transmission lines, contours, elevations, rivers, lakes, and geographical names. Topographic maps have contour lines that show how the elevation of the landscape changes.

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