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shad·ed relief
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shaded relief
Terrain cartography or relief mapping is the depiction of the shape of the surface of the Earth on a map, using one or more of several techniques that have been developed. Terrain or relief is an essential aspect of physical geography, and as such its portrayal presents a central problem in cartographic design, and more recently geographic information systems and geovisualization.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms
shaded relief
A cartographic technique that provides an apparent three-dimensional configuration of the terrain on maps and charts by the use of graded shadows that would be cast by high ground if light were shining from the northwest. Shaded relief is usually used in combination with contours. See also hill shading.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of shaded relief in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of shaded relief in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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