Mapwork Flashcards
How do we view the world on the map?
We view it as seen from above
What is a map?
A map is a flat drawing of the real world
What are symbols used for on a map?
Symbols are used to represent different places a features
What is the key?
This is the part of the map that has all the symbols use on the map
What is next to each symbol in the key?
Next to the symbol is a short explanation of what the symbol stands for
What are the colours on the map used for?
They are used to represent the heights above and below sea level or factors to do with weather and climate
Name the 12 different cardinal points on a compass
N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NWW
Give the definition of ‘Direction’
Direction is the approximate way of describing the position of one place in relation to another
Give the definition of ‘Degrees’
A degree is a unit of measurement used when measuring angles. We give bearings in degrees
Give the definition of ‘Bearing’
A bearing is the most accurate way of giving the direction of one place in relation to another. In bearing we use degrees
What do the grid lines on a world map include?
The world map includes the number of each line in degrees
Where are the lines of latitude measured in degrees?
They are measured in degrees north and south of the equator
Where are the lines of longitude measured in degrees?
They are measured in degrees west and east of the Greenwich Meridian
What are the 3 main lines of latitude?
The Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn
What is the main line of longitude?
The Greenwich Meridian
