Topographic Model

A Topographic Model is a Model of some portion of the Earth's surface.

• AKA: Topo Map.
• Context:
  • It can be produced by a Topographer.
  • It can be managed by a Topographic Organizations.
  • It can be a Topographic Ontology.
• See: Geospatial Record, Toponym.

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References

2009

• (Wikipedia, 2009) ⇒ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Topographic_map
  • A topographic map is a type of map characterized by large-scale detail and quantitative representation of relief, usually using contour lines in modern mapping, but historically using a variety of methods. Traditional definitions require a topographic map to show both natural and man-made features.
  • The Canadian Centre for Topographic Information provides this definition of a topographic map: A topographic map is a detailed and accurate graphic representation of cultural and natural features on the ground.

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