How would you recognize a metalled on a topographical map?

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A metalled road means a tarred road. It is shown by two red parallel lines. A metalled road indicates that the region is developed.

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On the Basis of Topographical Sheet - Patterns of Settlement

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Chapter 1: Interpreting Topographical Maps - Answer the following questions in brief [Page 24]

Chapter 1 Interpreting Topographical Maps
Answer the following questions in brief | Q 7. (i) | Page 24

What are the different factors that determine the location and the type of settlements?

How can transport and communication of an area be inferred directly from a topographical sheet?

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Write two characteristics of this type of settlement.

What are the three main types of settlement patterns on a topo sheet?

What do you mean by Vertical Interval (V.I.) in a topo sheet?

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______ settlement indicates that the large community is close knit and living on a fertile land.

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______ settlement is indicated by long distances between houses on map.

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Settlements are always shown by ______ squares.

Distinguish between Urban settlement and rural settlement.

Houses built around a central area are known as ______ pattern.