geography test 26.11.24 Flashcards
latitude and longitude
1
Q
what is latitude
A
Latitudes are horizontal lines that measure distance north or south of the equator.
2
Q
what is longitude
A
Longitudes are vertical lines that measure east or west of the meridian in Greenwich, England. Together, l
3
Q
what is a physical map
A
A physical map uses symbols to show where
mountains, deserts, forests, and other features of the
land are
4
Q
what are political maps
A
Political maps show places where people live
5
Q
what are road maps
A
A road map shows where roads and streets are in a
certain place.
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7
Q
what does GIS stand for
A
GIS is an acronym for Geographic Information System
