Surveying.L [Mapping] (L2) parts of map Flashcards
it is a graphical presentation of a portion of the Earth’s surface, typically presented on a flat surface, which is a two-dimensional representation
Map
what are the 9 parts of map?
-title
-legend
-scale
-north arrow or compass rose
-grid lines
-border
-insets
-date of publication
-author or source
it provides information about the subject or purpose of the map
title
it explains the symbols, colors, and markings used on the map
legend or key
indicates the ratio between the distances on the map and the actual distances in the Earth’s surface
scale
it shows the orientation of the map, usually indicating the direction of north
north arrow or compass rose
it help locate points on the map using a coordinate system
grid lines
it include important information such as the map’s source or date
border
these are smaller maps that provide more detailed information about a specific area on the main map
insets
it indicates when the map was created or last updated
date of publication
information about the entity or individual responsible for creating
author or source
