chapter 8 Flashcards
(15 cards)
map
A map is a representational drawing of a location.
legend
lists that explains the symbols that are used on the map.
scale
The scale of a map helps you relate the distances on the map to the larger, real-life distances.
direction symbols
a symbol that indicates direction north, south, east, and west
equator
The equator is an imaginary line around Earth’s middle that lies between the north and south poles.
latitude lines
invisible east-west lines that are north or south of the equator.
longitude
invisible north-south that are east or west of the prime meridian
relief
the distance between high and low places on a map.
prime meridian
an imaginary line that goes through Greenwich, England and is perpendicular to the equator
elevation
is the height of an object measured from a reference level, usually sea level.
sea level
is the average level of the ocean
topographic map
a map that uses contour lines to show elevation
contour lines indicate
all points where the elevation is the same.
USGS
The United States Geological Survey
A bathymetric map shows
the depths of a body of water, such as an ocean, and indicates mountains and valleys where the water is shallower or deeper
