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Parts of a MapSOL WG.1a
Parts of a MapSOL WG.1a
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Parts of a MapParts of a Map
Most maps have the following elements, which are necessary to read and understand them
See page 15
Most maps have the following elements, which are necessary to read and understand them
See page 15
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TitleTitle
The title explains the subject of the map and gives you an idea of what information the map conveys
The title explains the subject of the map and gives you an idea of what information the map conveys
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Compass RoseCompass Rose The compass rose shows you
directions on a map Cardinal directions are north,
south, east, and west Intermediate directions are
northeast, northwest, southwest, and southeast
The compass rose shows you directions on a map
Cardinal directions are north, south, east, and west
Intermediate directions are northeast, northwest, southwest, and southeast
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Compass RoseCompass Rose
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LabelsLabels
Labels are words or phrases that explain features on the map
Labels are words or phrases that explain features on the map
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Legend/KeyLegend/Key
A legend or key lists and explains the symbols and use of color on the map
A legend or key lists and explains the symbols and use of color on the map
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Lines of LatitudeLines of Latitude
These are imaginary lines that measure distance north or south of the equator and run from east to west on the map.
These lines are also called parallels because they do not touch.
These are imaginary lines that measure distance north or south of the equator and run from east to west on the map.
These lines are also called parallels because they do not touch.
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Lines of LatitudeLines of Latitude
Some important lines of latitude are:
A. The Equator - 0°
B. The Tropic of Cancer - 23º 26’ N
C. The Tropic of Capricorn - 23º 26’ S
D. The Arctic Circle - 66° 33’ N
E. The Antarctic Circle - 66° 33’ S
Some important lines of latitude are:
A. The Equator - 0°
B. The Tropic of Cancer - 23º 26’ N
C. The Tropic of Capricorn - 23º 26’ S
D. The Arctic Circle - 66° 33’ N
E. The Antarctic Circle - 66° 33’ S
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Lines of LongitudeLines of Longitude
These are imaginary lines that measure distance east or west of the prime meridian and run from north to south on the map. These lines connect at the north and south poles. These lines are also called meridians.
These are imaginary lines that measure distance east or west of the prime meridian and run from north to south on the map. These lines connect at the north and south poles. These lines are also called meridians.
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Absolute and Relative LocationAbsolute and Relative Location
Latitude and longitude lines are used to find absolute location. This is an exact point on the earth.
Relative location is NOT an exact location. People use direction and distance to give a general idea of where something is.
Latitude and longitude lines are used to find absolute location. This is an exact point on the earth.
Relative location is NOT an exact location. People use direction and distance to give a general idea of where something is.
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ScaleScale
Scale shows the ratio between a unit of length on the map and a unit of distance on the earth
Scale shows the ratio between a unit of length on the map and a unit of distance on the earth
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ScaleScale
Ratio Scale - Shows the distance on the map compared to real earth measurement (1 = 30,000,000, 1 = 500 miles)
Bar Scale - Shows the ratio of distance on the map to distance on the earth (Page 16)
Ratio Scale - Shows the distance on the map compared to real earth measurement (1 = 30,000,000, 1 = 500 miles)
Bar Scale - Shows the ratio of distance on the map to distance on the earth (Page 16)
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SymbolsSymbols
Symbols represent items such as capital cities, economic activities, or natural resources. Check the map legend for more details (Page 15)
Symbols represent items such as capital cities, economic activities, or natural resources. Check the map legend for more details (Page 15)
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Parts of a MapParts of a Map
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ColorsColors
Colors represent a variety of information on a map. The map legend indicates what the colors mean.
Colors represent a variety of information on a map. The map legend indicates what the colors mean.
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ColorsColors
Here are some common colors Blue = Water
Here are some common colors Blue = Water
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Contour MapsContour Maps
Contour lines are a way of representing elevation on a map. Lines that are closer together mean the elevation is steeper.
Contour lines are a way of representing elevation on a map. Lines that are closer together mean the elevation is steeper.
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Contour MapsContour Maps
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Contour MapsContour Maps