YEAR 7 GEOGRAPHY
By Izabella Bitorsoli
WHAT ARE MAPS ?
- Topography is the physical features and relief (differences in elevation) of the land.
- Choropleth is a map that uses a range of shades of one colour to show a pattern.
- A map is an accurate drawing of the ground.
Choropleth MapA map that uses graded differences in shading or colour or the placing of symbols inside defined areas on the map in order to indicate the average values of some property or quantity in those areas. | Topographic MapA map that presents the vertical position of features in measurable form as well as their horizontal positions. | Road MapThis map is designed for motorists, showing the roads of a country or area. |
Choropleth Map
A map that uses graded differences in shading or colour or the placing of symbols inside defined areas on the map in order to indicate the average values of some property or quantity in those areas.
Topographic Map
A map that presents the vertical position of features in measurable form as well as their horizontal positions.
BOLTSS.
What does BOLTSS stand for ?
Border- A box around the mapto clearly show its extent
Orientation- A compass direction
Legend- A key to what symbols and colours on the map stand for
Title- A clear indication of what the map is aboutor its theme
Scale- Indicates distances on the map compared with the actual area being shown.
Source- Where possible, the information used to make the map should be sourced.
What careers require the use of maps ?
MountaineerWhy do mountaineer need to use a map ? Mountaineers need to use a map because they need to navigate their way up a mountain with out getting lost. | PilotWhy do pilots need to use a map ? Pilots need to use a map so they can reach their destination safely. | Truck DriverWhy do truck drivers need to use a map ? Truck Drivers need to use a map so they can also reach there destination safely and in the most offciant way to their route. |
Mountaineer
Why do mountaineer need to use a map ? Mountaineers need to use a map because they need to navigate their way up a mountain with out getting lost.
Pilot
Why do pilots need to use a map ? Pilots need to use a map so they can reach their destination safely.