Geography Tools Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
geography | The study of the physical features of the earth, its people and cultures. |
map | a flat representation of a part of Earth. |
atlas | a book of maps. |
globe | A model of the Earth. |
aerial photographs | photographs taken from the sky and used to create maps |
satellite phtotgraphs | photographs taken from space |
Infographics | Information Graphics are visual symbols of data |
Geographic Information System (GIS) | computer-based program used to store, manage, and analyze data |
physical map | shows the features or land forms of an area (mountains, rivers, lakes, etc. |
road map | shows major highways, airports, cities, railroads, etc. |
political map | shows countries, borders, major cities |
climate map | shows the average weather of a region |
topographical map | includes contour lines to show the elevation or height of an area |
resource map | shows the distribution of various resources such as minerals, lumber, agriculture |
economic map | shows information about wealth or money |
cartographer | person who makes maps |
projection | picture of the earth drawn on a flat surface |
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