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Topography is a general term in geography, derived from the Greek "topos" (place) and "graphein" (to draw), and refers to the lie of the land, or various other characteristics of Physical geography in a region; this is usually expressed in terms of the elevation, slope, and orientation of terrain features. The understanding of these features is an integral aspect of geography, encompassing the practice of cartography, surveying, and GIS. Maps are the most common communication tool for topographic information.
Relief often used to refer to the third dimension of a map whether in actuality (as in a "raised relief" map, or drawn, as with contours, hachures or shading) or the territory it describes. Most 18th and early 19th century national surveys did not record relief across the entire area of coverage, calculating only spot elevations at survey points. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) topographical survey maps included contour representation of relief, and so maps that show relief, especially with exact representation of elevation, came to be called topographic maps (or "topo" maps) in the United States, and the usage has spread internationally.
The understanding of topography is critical for a number of reasons. In terms of environmental quality, agriculture, and hydrology, understanding the topography of an area enables the understanding of watershed boundaries, drainage characteristics, water movement, and impacts on water quality. Complex arrays of topographic data are used as input parameters for hydrology transport models (such as the SWMM or DSSAM Models) to allow prediction of river water quality.
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Live free or die does not apply to avalanche terrain.
drew_zimber (Drew Zimber) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 11:13:17 -0000
Live free or die does not apply to avalanche terrain.
Live free or die in avalanche terrain.
eastbackcountry (Eastern Backcountry) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 11:08:36 -0000
Live free or die in avalanche terrain.
@202chicago The RDA's primary assault vehicle for nearly all terrain, called the "Swan" at http://avtr.com/qpX #Avatarmovie
amymathias31 (Amy Mathias) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:51:36 -0000
@202chicago The RDA's primary assault vehicle for nearly all terrain, called the "Swan" at http://avtr.com/qpX #Avatarmovie
@alejoperilla The RDA's primary assault vehicle for nearly all terrain, called the "Swan" at http://avtr.com/qpX #Avatarmovie
amymathias31 (Amy Mathias) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:43:30 -0000
@alejoperilla The RDA's primary assault vehicle for nearly all terrain, called the "Swan" at http://avtr.com/qpX #Avatarmovie
@cyclingamericas Lol, daren't even ask about your undies. Sounds like a weird lunar-like terrain you are passing through, such contrasts.
Marcard53 (Marcus Carding) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:40:24 -0000
@cyclingamericas Lol, daren't even ask about your undies. Sounds like a weird lunar-like terrain you are passing through, such contrasts.
@AlisonAngelari Check the heavily improved AMP suit, geared for the toxic terrain of Pandora at http://avtr.com/zc6 #Avatarmovie
amymathias31 (Amy Mathias) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:38:41 -0000
@AlisonAngelari Check the heavily improved AMP suit, geared for the toxic terrain of Pandora at http://avtr.com/zc6 #Avatarmovie
Billy's Shed - Free downloadable cut-out scenery that can be printed out for use with Warhammer Fantasy Battle or similar 25mm figure games.
Meta Description: [ warhammer,free download cutout scenery.download and print out.for use with warhammer fantasy battle or any 25mm figures.warhammer links page and more ]
British Outline Buildings - Produces scale model building kits in weatherproof polyresin for both outdoor and indoor display.
Meta Description: [ garden railways model buildings ]
Caminus Studio - Custom designed handmade wargame scenery and terrain for use with games such as Warhammer, Mordhiem and Lord of the Rings.
Meta Description: [ Wargame scenery and terrain professional built by Caminus Studio ]
CS Workshop - Galleries of terrain, many made from Castlemolds cast blocks, with information and advice on using Castlemolds.
Meta Description: [ Home site of CS-Workshop wargames terrains ]
icedheart - Custom Hirst Arts terrain galleries and scenery made for wargaming.
Maj.Tremorden Rederring - Information on Colonial-era miniatures and wargaming, including ideas, modelling articles, pictures and historical information. However, the terrain modelling tips apply to any era of gaming.
Making Model Trees - A small guide on producing trees for use as terrain. Has a picture of various tree shapes for reference.
Miniature Medieval Terrain - Ryan Skow's medieval buildings, landscapes, and miniatures galleries, all in 25mm scale.
Meta Description: [ Medieval buildings, landscapes, and miniatures in 25mm scale. ]
Netsapien Online - A growing gallery of miniatures and terrain.
NetTerrain - Terrain related pictures, articles and information that will help you build your own gaming terrain.
Orcsdrift - Includes galleries on dungeons and terrain, along with information and humour on a lot of the other Warhammer world races; including rules and hints.
Meta Description: [ This web site is intended to be a central repository of my miniature gaming related materials; from miniature painting, terrain building, silicone molding, resin casting, and all other facets of my hobby. ]
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Pure Fantasy - Miniature artist, Shaun Crawford creates fantasy terrain in many styles and periods; specialising in the production of fantasy castles. Comissioned works and lessons are also available.
Meta Description: [ If you're a collector, miniature lover, or a table top gamer, this is the site for you. Miniature artist, Shaun Crawford creates pure fantasy in the form of 1/4 ]
Terragenesis - Tutorials for making everything from ground and rocks to trees and buildings.
Meta Description: [ TerraGenesis will show you how to make brilliant wargaming terrain. ]
Terrainmakers Yahoo! Group - This group is dedicated to helping those who have terrain troubles and sharing tips and hints on a variety of terrain ranges and products.
Meta Description: [ terrainmakers: Making terrain from cheap materials. ]
Terrainosaur - Contains galleries and ideas to help you create your own game scenery, with more galleries for miniatures featuring work by popular gaming artists.
Meta Description: [ Terrainosaur wargame terrain and miniatures gallery. ]
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The Millenium Gate - Portal to terrain, information and rules, produced exclusively for Games Workshops, Warhammer 40,000.
Touching History - Manufacturers of a wide range of wargaming and modelling products for recreating historical battles, including a gallery and series of articles on historical battles in miniature.
Tree Pictures - A collection of tree pictures from Better Homes and Gardens, which can be used to add realism to existing store-bought trees or for research for creating your own trees.
Meta Description: [ Collection of tree pictures from Better Homes and Gardens ]
Voidgamers - An open -and public contributed content based - repository of information on miniatures, terrain, casting and all other faecets of the hobby.
Meta Description: [ A website dedicated to miniature wargaming and terrain building for the young and old. Features include: Image gallerys, Articles, Forums, Download, Links, and home to the Hirst-Arts Design Derby (HADD) contest. ]
War Terrain - Offers resources, tips and forum on wargaming terrain and scenery making. Focuses on fantasy and sci-fi terrain.
WarFactory - Repository of information, pictures and guides on producing terrain for the miniature battlefield.
Meta Description: [ A wargaming resource site ]
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