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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| globe | a round model of the earth that shows the continents and ocean in their true shape. |
| scale | the size of an area on a map as compared with the area's acutal size. |
| distortion | a misrepresentation of the true shape each map projection used by a cartographer produces some distortion. |
| projection | a representation of the earth rounded surface on a flat piece of paper. |
| compass rose | a map feature that usually shows the four cardinal directions. |
| cardinal direction | one of the four compass points : north, south, east, and west. |
| key | the section of a map that explains the symbols for the map features also called a legend. |
| grids | paralles and mendians on a map of a small area, letters and numbers are often used to help you find your location. |
| Terms | 8 |
| Creator | NNegroni |
| Created | September 15, 2008 |
| Group | 6-B 2008/2009 |
| Subject | social studies vocabulary |
| Access | Anyone |
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