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Identify the survey sheet of your city. Make a list of the important features both man-made and natural.

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To identify the survey sheet of your city and list important features (man-made and natural), you can usually refer to topographical or cadastral maps from your city's local municipal or land survey department. However, I can suggest a generalised list of important features that are typically included in such survey sheets:

Natural Features:

  1. Rivers and Lakes: Water bodies such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and reservoirs.
  2. Mountains and Hills: Natural elevations like mountains, hills, and plateaus.
  3. Forests and Green Spaces: Designated forests, parks, and green zones.
  4. Coastal Areas: For cities near the ocean, coastlines, and beaches.
  5. Wetlands and Marshes: Areas with high water saturation, providing habitats for specific flora and fauna.
  6. Valleys and Plains: Low-lying areas and open flatlands.
  7. Vegetation: Areas of dense or sparse vegetation, including wildlife habitats.
  8. Climate Zones: Highlighting the different climatic regions within the city.

Man-Made Features:

  1. Roads and Highways: Major roads, highways, and streets.
  2. Bridges and Tunnels: Structures connecting different parts of the city over rivers or through mountains.
  3. Buildings and Urban Infrastructure: Residential, commercial, industrial areas, and significant landmarks like skyscrapers or monuments.
  4. Railways and Metro Lines: Public transport systems, including train stations and tracks.
  5. Airports and Seaports: For cities with major transportation hubs, locations of airports and seaports are marked.
  6. Dams and Canals: Man-made water structures for controlling water flow and irrigation.
  7. Industrial Zones: Areas dedicated to factories and other large-scale production facilities.
  8. Cultural and Religious Monuments: Important historical, religious, or cultural sites, such as temples, churches, or museums.
  9. Schools, Hospitals, and Government Buildings: Significant civic buildings providing services to the community.
  10. Pipelines and Power Grids: Utility infrastructure such as water supply pipelines, electricity grids, and telecommunication towers.
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Chapter 1: Interpretation of Topographical Maps - EXERCISES [Page 10]

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