Map Reading & Field Study Flashcards
What are 4-figure grid references used for?
To locate a grid square on a map.
What are 6-figure grid references used for?
To pinpoint a precise location within a square.
What is a compass bearing?
A clockwise direction from North, measured in degrees (0°–360°).
How many points are on a compass rose?
16 points.
What is the formula for gradient?
Gradient = Vertical Interval ÷ Horizontal Distance.
What do close contour lines indicate?
A steep slope.
What do wide contour lines indicate?
A gentle slope.
What type of settlement follows roads or rivers?
Linear settlement.
What type of settlement is scattered randomly?
Dispersed settlement.
What are conventional map symbols?
Standardized symbols used to represent features on a map.
What is the use of a scale on a map?
To measure real-world distances.
What are cross-sections used for?
To show changes in relief or height across an area.
How is distance measured on a map?
Using a ruler (straight) or string (curved) and the map’s scale.
What is a sketch map?
A simplified drawing showing key features of an area.
How can you collect primary data in geography?
Through observation, surveys, interviews, and measurements.
What are examples of secondary data?
Maps, atlases, published reports, and online articles.
What is the purpose of fieldwork?
To gather data and gain firsthand experience of geographic concepts.
Name two types of graphs used in geography.
- Bar graph
- Line graph
What does a population pyramid show?
The age and gender structure of a population.
What is a choropleth map?
A map showing statistical data using color shading.
