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Types of Maps
Term | Definition |
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Globe | A 3-D sphere of the entire planet. |
Map | A drawing of the earth, or a part of the earth, on a flat surface. |
Map Title | An element that describes the specific purpose, theme, or subject of a map. |
Map Key | A box that explains what the symbols, colors, or labels on a map mean. |
Compass Rose | A symbol that shows directions on a map or globe. |
Scale | A symbol that shows what the distance on a map would convert to in real terms. |
Political Maps | A map that shows borders of countries and states and may also include the names of cities and capitals. |
Physical Maps | A map that shows the earth’s natural landscape through land elevation and water depths. |
Topography | The term used to describe the different landforms and natural features that can be seen on a physical map. |
Road Maps | A map that shows roadways for transportation in a specific area. |
Climate Maps | A map that shows weather patterns, like temperature, precipitation, and humidity, in an area. |
Resource Maps | A map that shows where certain natural resources exist in specific areas. |
Thematic Maps | Maps that show features or data related to a specific theme or topic. |