Maps Flashcards
What are three models of Earth?
map, globe, satellite image
What does a relief map show?
High and low features
What relates distances on a map to the real world?
map scale
What is a chart that explains symbols?
map key
What shows directions on a map?
compass rose
What shows degrees north and south of the Equator?
latitude
What shows degrees east and west of the Prime Meridian?
longitude
What type of map shows the elevation of land?
topographic map
What are lines that show elevation?
contour lines
What is the difference in elevation from one contour line to the next?
contour interval
What are darker lines that indicate exact elevation?
index contour lines
What is the use of scientific equipment to gather information about Earth from a distance?
remote sensing
What are satellites launched by NASA and USGS that use remote sensing?
LANDSAT
What are maps that use unnatural colors to show changes that have taken place?
false color image
Where is data sent from satellites to make maps?
GIS - Geographic Information Systems
