10. A physical map is used mainly to show A) where the gentle, gradual slopes are B) the areas of a region that are completely flat C) the various positions of the world's mountains D) uses colours to show different elevation

Physical maps are an exciting way to visualize the Earth's topography! They use various colors and shading to represent different elevations and landforms, helping us understand where the mountains peak and valleys dip. While the choice of colors can vary, they generally range from greens for low elevations to browns or whites for high peaks. Did you know that physical maps were some of the earliest maps created? Ancient civilizations, from the Greeks to the Chinese, crafted maps that illustrated their understanding of landforms and geographical features, which laid the groundwork for modern cartography!