In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Map 2. Types of Maps 3. Importance 4. Directions 5. Contour Lines. Introduction to Map: We use globe to understand the actual structure of Earth which represents our planet in right manner but in very small size as compared to its original size. It represents the size, shape, direction, distance [...]
Get the answer of: Why a scale is must in a map? Drawing actual shape of Earth on paper is known as map. It is always smaller than the actual size of Earth or a part of it. In other words original distances are represented on maps according to a fixed ratio. The ratio of distance shown on the map [...]
Various types of symbols are used in different types of maps: 1. Atlases 2. Relief Maps 3. Weather Maps. 1. Symbols Used in Atlases: No one can understand the importance of Atlas as a students can. Atlas is a book of maps which is a combination of maps of continents, Oceans, Countries and specially the natural political regions of India. [...]