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What Does It Mean When Contour Lines Are Close Together On A Topographic Map?

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What Does It Mean When Contour Lines Are Close Together On A Topographic Map? Contour lines that are relatively close together indicate a slope that is fairly steep. Contour lines that are further apart indicates a slope that is relatively flat. The area of the map above boxed in orange shows an area that has

What Is The Slow Downhill Flow Of Soil?

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What Is The Slow Downhill Flow Of Soil? Surface creep is the slow downhill movement of soil and rock debris. It is usually not perceptible except through extended observation. The term can also describe the rolling of soil particles by wind along soil surface. How does soil move downhill? Gravity can cause erosion and deposition.