Geography flashcard

Front

This map is an example of a

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political map

Front

a map feature that explains the meaning of colors and symbols used on a map

Back

map legend

Front

What is the name of the imaginary latitude line that runs from East to West and separates the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

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Equator

Front

what is this symbol?

Back

compass rose

Front

what is the name of the imaginary longitude line that runs north to south, and separates the Eastern and Western Hemispheres?

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Prime Meridian

Front

an exact location on a map

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absolute location

Front

What city is located closest to 40°N, 70°W? Options: Denver, Niagara Falls, Boston, Houston

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Boston

Front

A map showing bodies of water, lakes, and islands is what type of map?

Back

physical

Front

what is a map scale?

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a tool to measure distance

Front

where one thing is located in relation to something else?

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relative location