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Elevation Difference Calculator

Calculate Elevation Difference



Formula

To calculate the Elevation Difference (ED):

ED=HL

Where:

What is an Elevation Difference?

Elevation difference, also known as relief, refers to the variation in altitude between the highest and lowest points in a particular area. It is a measure used in geography to understand the topography or terrain of a region. This can be calculated by subtracting the lowest elevation from the highest elevation within a specified area. Elevation difference is important in various fields such as civil engineering, architecture, and environmental science for planning and designing purposes.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

ED=1500500=1000 meters

The Elevation Difference is 1000 meters.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

ED=2000800=1200 meters

The Elevation Difference is 1200 meters.