Science outline - Test Wednesday

1. Describe the difference between a mountain's elevation and a mountain's actual height.
    • elevation - height above sea level
    • actual height - distance from base to peak

 

2. Describe what a relief map is used for.
    • shows changes in altitude

 

3. Give examples of mountain ranges and a mountain system.
    • mountain range - group of nearby mountains
                                   - Blue Ridge
    • mountain system - group of mountai...


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