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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| address | the number and street name that describes where a person lives. |
| axis | the imaginary line that runs through the center of the earth. |
| cardinal directions | the four main directions-North, South, East, and West. |
| Compass rose | The diagram on the map that shows the points of directions. |
| Continents | The seven main aeras of the land on Earth. |
| Oceans | the four main bodies of water earth. |
| Globe | a model of the earth. |
| Grid map | A map that uses letters and numbers in boxes to describe the location of objects. |
| key/Legend | The list of symbols on the map and what they stand for. |
| Map | Shows objects from above, in smaller size, and in relation toother object. |
| North Pole | The northern most part of the earth. |
| Scale | Shows how big the object on the map is compared to the real object. |
| symbol | something that represents an object or idea |