Monday, April 14, 2014

Hypsometric Map

hillshade map Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia
http://www.scilands.de/e_index.htm?page=/e_service/e_downloads/e_shaded_maps/shaded_maps.htm

Hypsometric maps are used to display elevation on a map.  The word "hyspometric" is a scientific term related to measurements of heights.  These maps are useful when locating a mountain range on a national or global map.  Another application of hypsometric maps is the viewing of the ocean's depths.  This map is showing the elevation of Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia area.

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