Geography Introduction

Set: Geography Introduction

Familiarize		Learn		Test
Play Scatter			Play Space Race

	Term	Definition
	sphere	An object shaped like a ball
	scale	he length used to represent a larger unit of measurement in making a map, drawing or mode
	grid	Two sets of lines that cross each other, as on a map
	latitude	Distance north or south of the equator
	longitude	Distance east or west of the prime meridian, measured in degrees
	parallel	An east-west line of the global grid; also called a line of latitude
	meridian	A north-south line of the global grid ; also called a line of longitude
	great circle	The equator, all meridians, and any other imaginary line that divides the earth into two equal parts
	hemisphere	Half of the earth
	symbol	An object, sign, or picture used to represent something else
	map key	An explanation of the meanings of the symbols on a map. the map scale is often included in the key
	graphic-relief map	A map that uses shading and colours to show the physical features of a region
	political map	A map that shows all the boundaries of nations and other political units
	distortion	A twisting out of normal shape or form.