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What is one major limitation of using a globe to view the Earth?
What is one major limitation of using a globe to view the Earth?
- It is too large to be practical for home use.
- It can only display land features.
- It cannot show the entire Earth at once. (correct)
- It requires electronic power to operate.
Why might a globe not be the best choice for showing detailed locations?
Why might a globe not be the best choice for showing detailed locations?
- Globes are typically inaccurate representations of land masses.
- The curvature of a globe makes it difficult to identify countries.
- The Earth is too large compared to the small size of globes. (correct)
- Globes are mainly designed for educational use only.
What is one disadvantage of carrying a globe?
What is one disadvantage of carrying a globe?
- They are fragile and easily break.
- They use a complex assembly process.
- They tend to have outdated information.
- They are difficult to carry due to their weight and shape. (correct)
Which statement about globes is true?
Which statement about globes is true?
How does the ability to rotate a globe aid in understanding Earth?
How does the ability to rotate a globe aid in understanding Earth?
Which statement accurately describes the contents of a map?
Which statement accurately describes the contents of a map?
What differentiates an atlas from a wall map?
What differentiates an atlas from a wall map?
Which continent is recognized as the largest in terms of land area?
Which continent is recognized as the largest in terms of land area?
Which of the following statements about Earth's surface is true?
Which of the following statements about Earth's surface is true?
Which statement accurately reflects the distribution of water on Earth?
Which statement accurately reflects the distribution of water on Earth?
Flashcards
Globe definition
Globe definition
A model of Earth, smaller than the real Earth, used to see different parts of Earth.
Globe Limited view
Globe Limited view
A globe shows only half the Earth at a time.
Globe limited detail
Globe limited detail
Globes don't show places in great detail, because they are small models.
Globe portability
Globe portability
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Globe use
Globe use
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Continents
Continents
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Types of Maps
Types of Maps
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Map
Map
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Earth's surface
Earth's surface
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Continents
Continents
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