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Map - representation of the whole or part of the earth’s surface drawn to scale.
- Shows outline of objects on the ground
- Drawn as if the drawer was above the ground
- It shows details
- Most of the features are indicated by symbols
Types of Maps
Classified according to the purpose for which each map is drawn.
a)Topographical Maps:
This shows selected natural physical features on a small portion of a country.tlas maps: this is a collection of maps in one volume.
b)Sketch maps:
maps which are roughly drawn. A good sketch map should have the following characteristics:
1. neat and clear
2. title
3. frame
4. key
5. compass direction
marto answered the question on March 25, 2019 at 07:31
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