Unit 1 Flashcards
What are the different branches of geography?
There are two different branches of geography, systematic and regional.
Distinguish between physical and human geography.
Physical geography focuses on natural features like mountains and weather, while human geography studies people, their cultures, and the impact of human activities on the environment.
What is a map?
A map is a visual representation of the Earth’s surface or a specific area, displaying features like land, water, roads, and cities.
How many different types of maps are there and how do they differ from one another?
There are general purpose maps, topographic maps showing elevation, and thematic maps focusing on specific themes like population density or vegetation.
Why is the world divided into time zones?
The world is divided into time zones to make it easier for everyone to know the time in different parts of the world due to the Earth’s rotation.
Which time zone do we live in? How many time zones does Canada have?
We live in the Eastern Standard Time (EST) zone. Canada has six time zones: PST, MST, CST, EST, AST, and NST.
What are the three types of scale? Provide an example of each.
Ratio scale (constant proportion), Stated Scale (defined relationship), Linear Scale (visual representation).
You are given the scale 1 cm to 2 km. Convert this scale into its equivalent forms.
- 1 cm represents 2 km, - 1 cm/2 km, - 1:200,000.
What are topographic map symbols? Why are they used?
Topographic map symbols are graphical representations used to convey features on maps, depicting natural and man-made elements for better understanding of the terrain.
What is a military grid? Why is it used?
A military grid is a system for precise location on a map, dividing it into small cells using a grid coordinate system, used by the military and organizations.
Give the definitions for latitude and longitude.
Latitude measures how far north or south a place is from the Equator, while longitude measures how far east or west a place is from the Prime Meridian.
What is a compass rose? What are cardinal directions?
A compass rose is a map symbol indicating directions. Cardinal directions are the main four directions: north, south, east, and west.
