Geological Maps

Question 1

Provide a visual representation of the geology of a region,
including rock types, faults, folds and other geological
features.

The purpose of these maps is to help geologists
understand the geological history and structure of a given
area,

Answer 1

geological maps

Question 2

are
mapmakers who design
user-friendly maps.

Answer 2

Cartographers

Question 3

are specialized
mapmakers who use various
technologies to build models of
the Earth’s surface and its
features for the purpose of
creating maps.

Answer 3

Photogrammetrists

Question 4

created One of the earliest
geological maps

Answer 4

William
Smith in 1815,

Question 5

Five Types of Geological Maps

Answer 5

BEDROCK MAPS
SURFICIAL MAPS
STRUCTURAL MAPS
MINERAL MAPS
GEOLOGIC HAZARD MAPS

Question 6

these maps show the location and
distribution of different types of rock formations at or near the
Earth’s surface.

can be used to identify the age,
composition, and structure of rocks in an area, as well as their
potential for use as natural resources.

Answer 6

BEDROCK MAPS

Question 7

these maps show the distribution of
different types of surficial materials, such as soils,
sediments, and glacial deposits. Surficial maps can be
used to study the history of climate change, the location of
natural resources like water and minerals, and the
potential for soil erosion and landslides.

Answer 7

SURFICIAL MAPS

Question 8

these maps
show the orientation and location
of different types of geologic
structures, such as faults and
folds. Structural maps can be used
to study the history of tectonic
activity in an area, as well as the
potential for earthquakes and other
natural hazards.

Answer 8

STRUCTURAL MAPS

Question 9

these
maps show the location
and distribution of
different types of
minerals and mineral
resources in an area.
Mineral maps can be
used to study the
geology of an area, as
well as the potential for
economic development
through mining and

Answer 9

MINERAL MAPS

Question 10

these maps show the potential
for natural hazards, such as
earthquakes, landslides, and
volcanic eruptions, in an area.
Geologic hazard maps can be
used to identify areas that are
at risk for these types of
events, as well as to develop
strategies for mitigating their

Answer 10

GEOLOGIC HAZARD MAPS

Question 11

Components
of Geological
Maps

Answer 11

1. LEGEND/KEY
2. SCALE
3. NORTH ARROW
4. CONTOUR LINES
5. GEOLOGICAL FORMATIONS
6. STRUCTURAL FEATURES
7. CULTURAL FEATURES
8. GRID LINES
9. MARGINAL INFORMATION
10. EXPLANATORY NOTES