Maps,Globes,Map projection

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A flat representation of all or parts of the planet.

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map

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An accurate scale model of the Earth that depicts features such as area, distance, and direction.

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globe

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This type of map shows information about an area's economy or natural resources.

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Economic or Resource Map

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What do we call someone who makes maps?

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cartographer

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What map is often used for map of the poles?

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Planar/Azimuthal Projection

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This projection was created in the 1500's, displays true direction, and is useful for sea navigation.

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Mercator Projection

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This type of map shows zones of climate areas.

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Climate map

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Maps that show features like vegetation, bodies of water, and landforms is...

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physical map

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A projection created by an American in the 1960's. It has small amounts of distortion in all areas.

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Robinson Projection

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This projection is like the ripped peel of an orange. There are hundreds of this type of projection.

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Interrupted Projection