hypsometric map

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Hypsometric maps are another type of map that is designed to show elevations. Instead of contour lines, these hypsometric maps use tints to describe elevations. The greens represent lower elevations and browns represent higher elevation and the darker brown it gets, the higher elevation there is. This map has a wide range of uses, mainly just making geographical information more accessible because it is not the most specific way to tell elevations.