Maps
A map that contains many different types of information.
General Purpose Map
The study of Earth’s Physical features.
Physical Geography
This location system uses the alphabet and numbers to locate information on a map.
Alphanumeric System
How many time zones are there in the world?
24
0 degrees latitude.
Equator
A map that contains information about a major theme such as climate zones, population density, or soil types.
Thematic Map
The study of how humans interact with and change their environment and how the environment can influence the human society.
Human Geography
This location system uses vertical and horizontal lines in a grid superimposed over a map to find specific locations.
Grid Reference System
What are the 3 major distortion types?
0 degrees longitude.
Prime Meridian
This type of map covers a small area but shows large amounts of detail.
Large Scale Map
What is the definition of geography?
The study of Earth's physical and human systems and the relationships among them.
Imaginary lines running north to south on a map are globe, these lines measure distance.
Lines of Longitude
List two map projections.
Mercator, Winkle-Triple, Robinson
23.5 degrees latitude North and South
Tropic of Cancer
Tropic of Capricorn
This map type shows elevation and uses a specific type of line to show the change in elevation.
Topographic Map with Contour Lines
Studying tectonic plates and rock formations would be an example of which geography type or types?
Physical Geography
When using this location system, we use degrees, minutes, and seconds to make our measurements even more accurate. This system is often used on globes and GPS systems.
What are the cardinal points on the compass?
N, E, S, W
180 degrees longitude. The date changes at this line.
International Date Line
Every map must include these 7 basic elements.
1. Title
2. Scale
3. Legend
4. Borders
5. Compass Rose
6. Cartographer's Name
7. Date of Publication
Studying rock types and minerals for mining would be an example of which geography type or types?
Physical and Human Geography
When using the grid reference system, we use these measurements (starting at the bottom left corner) to locate an object on a map.
Eastings and Northings
What are the secondary points on the compass?
NE, SE, SW, NW
List the degrees of latitude for the following:
Arctic Circle, Antarctic Circle
66 degrees N and 66 degrees S