Geographical Tools
What tool is a flat representation of the world?
A map is a flat representation of the world
What is a Geographer?
A Geographer is a person who studies Earths physical features, human societies and the interaction between them.
What geographical tool shows the location of objects in real scale?
The globe shows the real scale. It is the most realistic representation of Earth.
What does a Cartographer do?
A Cartographer is a person who makes maps.
What are aerial photos taken for?
They are used to make maps and take measurements.
What does a Hydrologist do?
Hydrologists study water, its properties, circulation and distribution.
What is GIS?
GIS stands for Geographical Information System. It is a computer-based program used to store, manage and analyze geographical data.
What is a GIS Developer.
A GIS Developer is someone who works on the Geographical Information System development
When was the aerial photo of South Boston, MA taken?
The photo was taken in 1978
What does a Climatologist do?
A Climatologist is a person who studies climate patterns over period of time and analyze how these patterns impact the environment and human life.