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The symbol on map the shows the direction (north, south, east, west)
compass rose
What tells how to measure space on the map that corresponds to an actual distance on earth?
scale bar
What is the shape and nature of the land? (hills, valley, plains)
landforms
What are the materials that can be used to produce crops or other products
resources
What Is the equal distance between the north and south pole? It circles the middle of the earth.
Equator
What is another name for mapmakers?
cartographers
What is the climate?
the average weather in a place over a long period of time
Imaginary line that Runs north and south?
Longitude
Imaginary line that Runs east and west?
Latitude
How can you find an absolute location?
Absolute location can be identified using lines of latitude and longitude.
Carlos does not understand what the blue lines on his map represent. What should he look at to find the answer?
map key
How are the counties in a region of the state similar?
Land terrain, culture of the people
What refers to Earth’s features in terms of their locations, shapes, and relationships to one another?
spatial
What is the difference between a physical and political map?
Physical maps display natural features such as mountains and rivers. Political Map show the borders and features such as major cities and highways
What is is the starting point for measuring longitude?
Prime Meridian