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Maps use symbols, colors, and contour lines to represent different landforms such as mountains, valleys, plains, and bodies of water. Each landform is typically depicted with a specific symbol or shading to help differentiate them on the map. Topographic maps also use contour lines to indicate elevation changes and the shape of the landforms.
by different colors which mean different sea levels which also represent the height of an land-form and different elevations if your looking at a topographical map.
A topographical map is a map that lets a person see the landforms and bodies of water of a region. Topographical maps show the ridges of mountains and the depth of lakes and rivers.
Political maps show boundaries and locations of countries, cities, and states. Physical maps display natural features such as mountains, rivers, and deserts. Climate maps illustrate weather patterns and temperature variations. Topographic maps depict elevation and landforms using contour lines. Road maps highlight roads, highways, and transportation networks for navigation.
Generally, population maps show the concentrations of population in different areas of the world.
Neither political (boundary) nor road maps generally show this information. Only physical (relief) and topographical maps will show most natural physical features such as landforms and elevation. Many maps will offer combinations of types of information.
Physical maps show geographical features such as mountains, rivers, and landforms, while human maps illustrate man-made features like cities, roads, and borders. Together, these maps help us understand the interactions between the natural environment and human activities in a specific area.