Unit 2: map types

Question 1

dot maps

Answer 1

used to show the density of something like poulation by the size and distribution of the variable
eg population and value of crops

Question 2

isoline maps

Answer 2

Shows gradual change over an area regarding rainfall/weather

Question 3

choropleth maps

Answer 3

uses averages to compare data, regions or countries such as land ownership, recreational land and percentage of voters. Good for showing patters of something

Question 4

proportional symbols

Answer 4

shows differences between places for a specific location -
pop, forestry, cars ect

Question 5

sphere of influence maps

Answer 5

map shows the speceial extent or impact of a place or geographical event on surrounding area. human and physical data. size and shape is what’s important

Question 6

transects

Answer 6

joins two parts of a map or town/city together. used for environmental quality, traffic flows, soil profiles, vegetation and (beach) landscapes.

Question 7

what is a flow line map and what is it used for

Answer 7

used to show the actual flow and direction of movement
eg traffic, migration, river discharge

Question 8

what is a cross section map and what is it used for

Answer 8

is a side view profile of an area being researched, used to show changes in relief along a line drawn between two points
eg river channel, valley features