Recognize how topographical features such as mountain and river systems influenced the settlement and expansion of the United States (i.e., Cumberland Gap, Wilderness Road, and Ohio and Tennessee river systems). 8.3.6
Links verified 5/24/2011
- Find your spot - Use criteria to relocate to a new area.
- Topographic Maps - This is a real-time 3D simulation that illustrates how topographic maps are created and used to depict changes in elevation. Students are able to sculpt mountains and valleys in real-time and see the changes to the corresponding topographic map.
- What is a topographic map? - very clear explanation
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