Question
What are the major differences between topographic and geologic maps?
• Refer to Figure 9.21 on p. 264 of the text. How would you determine the slope of the land surface in this figure? If you consider building a house in a location in this area, what is the best location for your house? Why?
• Refer to Figure 9.22 on p. 265 and locate at least three main structural features. Discuss why the Canmore community is established on the northeast side of the map.
• Refer to Figure 9.21 on p. 264 of the text. How would you determine the slope of the land surface in this figure? If you consider building a house in a location in this area, what is the best location for your house? Why?
• Refer to Figure 9.22 on p. 265 and locate at least three main structural features. Discuss why the Canmore community is established on the northeast side of the map.