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What is a “Topographical Map”?

What do you mean by a topographical map?

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Topographical map gives detailed information about physical features and man-made features of a small area. Physical features are depicted by contours. Cultural or man-made features are represented by symbols called conventional signs.

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Chapter 23: Study and Interpretation of Topographical Maps - EXERCISES [Page 546]

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D. R. Khullar Geography [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 23 Study and Interpretation of Topographical Maps
EXERCISES | Q I. 1. | Page 546
D. R. Khullar Geography [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 23 Study and Interpretation of Topographical Maps
EXERCISES | Q II. 2. (i) | Page 547

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