Topographic Maps and Weathering
Student Expectation
The student is expected to interpret topographic maps and satellite views to identify land
and erosional features and predict how these features may be reshaped by weathering.
Key Concepts
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Key Concept 1: Topographic maps can be used to examine the elevation of an
area. The elevation can be measured and monitored for changes over time.
Key Concept 2: Satellite technology allows scientists to photograph land and
erosional features and study them for changes over time.
Key Concept 3: Evidence of changes that occurred in the past can be observed
from space, allowing scientists to predict changes that might occur in the future
due to sediment deposition, glacier movement, and river courses.
Fundamental Questions
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What is a topographic map? How is it used?
How can a scientist study erosional changes in a landform over time?
How can scientists predict changes caused by sediment deposition, glacier
movement, and river courses?
How can topographic maps and satellite views help scientists study landforms?