Geography Map Terms

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Compass rose

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Symbol showing directions on a map

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Scale

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Tool for understanding distance on a map

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Legend

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Key explaining symbols and colors

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Cardinal directions

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N, E, S, W

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Physical map

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Shows natural features like mountains and rivers

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Intermediate directions

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NE, SE, NW, SW

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Grid system

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Pattern of lines on a map or globe

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Political map

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Shows borders of countries, states, or cities

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Map

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Flat drawing showing features of a place

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Globe

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Round model of Earth showing continents and oceans