Map elements Flashcards
1
Q
Available space
A
white space, necessary to have a good balance
2
Q
Frameline
A
Encloses all other map elements
3
Q
Neat line
A
crops map area
4
Q
Mapped area
A
base information & thematic symbols, floating map = more map space, cropped map area = more realistic but challenging to arrange map elements
5
Q
Inset
A
a. locating primary mapped area b. enlarging a congested area c. showing related themes or data
6
Q
Title
A
Clear and simple
7
Q
Legend
A
Clear and straightforward with easy-to-read numbers
8
Q
Data source
A
Where data was obtained
9
Q
Scale
A
Indicates how much reduction has taken place
10
Q
Orientation
A
Shows North
11
Q
Labels
A
Orients the reader on the map
