Topography Lecture Notes

Vocabulary flashcards covering topography etymology, definitions, and landform types from the lecture notes.

Topography

The configuration of a surface including its relief and position of its natural and man-made features.

Topos

Place

Graphia

Writing

Mountains

A land form rising at least $2,000\,\text{ft}$ (610) above sea level; has steep sides.

Valley

A louland between moutains or hills.

Plains

A flat generally level expanse of land.

Oasis

A fertile place found in barren land formed by underground springs.