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Contour lines are lines drawn on a map connecting points of equal elevation. If you walk along a contour line you neither gain or lose elevation. If the lines are far apart, there is a gentle slope. If close together, the terrain is very steep. Streams can be followed to their origin by following up in the direction the “V” points out.
