c1 l2 Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
key
A
the feature on a map that explains the symbols, colors, and lines on a map
2
Q
scale bar
A
the feature on a map that tells how a measured space on the map relates to actual distances on earth
3
Q
compass rose
A
the feature on a map that shows direction
4
Q
map projection
A
the system of presenting the round earth on a flat map
5
Q
scale
A
the relationship between distances on the map and on earth
6
Q
elevation
A
the height or depth of a place compared to sea level
7
Q
relief
A
the difference between the elevation of one feature and the elevation of another feature near it
8
Q
thematic map
A
a map that shows more specialized info
9
Q
technology
A
any way that scientific discoveries are applied to practical use
10
Q
remote sensing
A
getting info from far away
11
Q
hemisphere
A
each half of the earth
