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Question
How can V-shaped valleys and U-shaped valleys be identified on a topo sheet?
Solution
V-shaped valleys : A V-shaped valley is easily identified on a contour map with the contour lines close to each other and a very dominant V.
U-shaped valleys : The contour lines of these valleys are bent in a distinct U-shape.
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