9.3F| Lab Exercise: Interpreting Volcanic Landforms

Earlier in the semester we studied volcanoes. Earth scientists, like volcanologists, commonly use topographic maps to help them make interpretations and measurements of volcanic landforms. You'll do a little of that in this exercise. 

Instructions

Listen to and take notes from the lecture and complete the assigned reading with comprehension. Consider the learning objectives below.

Read each question carefully and choose or compose the best answer choice. You have no time limit and three attempts. Examine the map below to answer questions.

Time Needed

15-30 minutes.

Learning Objectives

• Interpret slopes and landforms using contour lines
• Determine elevations, relief, and gradient
• Interpret and create topographic maps and profiles