Maps and Earth's Features

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What is a map?

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A map is a visual representation of an area that shows the relationships between different elements, such as landforms, roads, and cities.

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What is the purpose of a political map?

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A political map shows the boundaries of countries, states, and cities, highlighting human-made features.

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What is a physical map?

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A physical map shows natural features of the Earth, such as mountains, rivers, and lakes.

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What does the term 'scale' mean on a map?

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Scale refers to the relationship between distance on the map and the actual distance on the ground.

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What is the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What are cardinal directions?

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Cardinal directions are the four main points of a compass: North, South, East, and West.

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What is a globe?

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A globe is a three-dimensional representation of the Earth, showing its continents and oceans.

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What is a legend on a map?

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A legend, or key, explains the symbols and colors used on a map to represent different features.

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What is latitude?

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Latitude is the distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees.

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What is longitude?

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Longitude is the distance east or west of the Prime Meridian, measured in degrees.