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Basic Map Skills
Basic Map Skill Vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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Latitude Lines | Lines that measure in degrees north and south. They circle the globe. The Equator is an example. |
Longitude Lines | Lines that measure in degrees east and west. The meet at the north and south poles. The Prime Meridian is an example. |
Equator | The 0 degree line of latitude |
Prime Meridian | The 0 degree line of longitude |
Cardinal Directions | North, South, East and West |
Intermediate Directions | Northeast, Southeast, Northwest, Southwest |
Physical Map | A map that shows natural features like mountains and deserts and shows elevation |
Political Map | A map then shows country or state boundaries |
Population Density Map | A map that shows how many people live in an area |