The Key Features Of Different Types Of Maps Flashcards

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Political Map

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• Governmental boundaries, major cities, and bodies of water.
• Use colors to distinguish areas.

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Physical Maps

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• Natural features like mountains, rivers, and lakes.
• Color gradients for elevation and terrain types.

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Topographic Map

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• Contour lines for elevation and landforms.
• Include natural and man-made features.

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Geological Maps

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Represent that distribution of different types of rock and surficial deposits,as well as locations of geologic structures such as faults and folds

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Road Maps

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They provide a detailed look at the different transport networks in a particular area.They show key landmarks ,such as cities,towns and villages

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Thematic Maps

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Shows different forms or degrees of a specific theme

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Weather Map

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• Show atmospheric conditions such as temperature, precipitation, and wind.
• Use symbols and colors to indicate weather phenomena (e.g., rain)

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Population Map

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• Display population distribution and density.
• Use color gradients or dots to represent the number of people in different areas.
• Can highlight urban vs. rural population, age distribution, or population growth.

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Economic/Resource Maps

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• Show economic activities and resources.
• Use symbols and colors to represent industries, production, and trade.
• Highlight regions based on economic factors such as agriculture, mining, or manufacturing.

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Climate Map

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• Show climate zones and weather patterns.
• Use colors to represent different climates.

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