Introduction to Geography and Maps

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These maps contain areas that are color shaded or patterned in proportion to the statistical variable being displayed on the map. The maps are excellent to show density, but we do not get to see distribution.

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choropleth

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These maps contain symbols varying in size to show their relative quantitative values; used with point/location data.

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graduated symbol

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A type of thematic map that uses dots to represent a value in its approximate location.

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Dot Map

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These maps connect areas with equal values through lines. These are often used for weather maps and can be visually difficult to interpret unless colors are involved.

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Isoline Maps

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A thematic map that distorts the appearance of places on the map to represent their value.

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Cartogram

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Which of the following is NOT TRUE about geography?
Geography is the science that studies the features of the Earth and its connection to people and the environment.
It study of the spaces people create on the ground and in their minds, and the ways in which people use and shape the environment.
Geography literally means description about Earth.

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The word Geography came from two Greek words "geo" (Earth) and "graphias" (to write).

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What are the two main branches of geography?

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Physical and Human

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Identify which one falls under the category of physical geography: Economic Geography, Political Geography, Mountain Ranges, Cultural Geography

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Mountain Ranges

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Which of the following options does not fall under the category of human geography? Population distribution, Cultural Geography, Urban development

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Biomes

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From our discussion, how many main themes does geography have?

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Five