Relief: contours, landforms, slope shape, average gradient and cross-sections

What this note covers

1. Contours, contour interval and spot heights
2. Recognising landforms from contour patterns
3. Slope steepness and slope shape
4. Average gradient as a ratio
5. Constructing and annotating a cross-section
6. Relief questions in the examination

6 sections · 11 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes