Map Projections and Types of Maps

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How does the map scale change between Map A and Map B?

The map scale becomes smaller, which means it is zooming out.

What is an advantage of a Robinson map projection?

It shows continents accurately in terms of their size and shape.

What is a disadvantage of the Robinson map projection?

The North and South Poles are flattened.

What type of map is pictured below?

Goode Homolosine Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of the Goode Homolosine?

It distorts and separates bodies of water. Signup and view all the answers

The map below shows number of confirmed COVID-19 cases. List one state that has the lowest number of cases.

Montana, Wyoming, or Nevada. Signup and view all the answers

What type of map is pictured below and how do you know?

Isoline map, because lines connect points of equal value and the color is not defined to the borders. Signup and view all the answers

Technology increases time-space compression.

True Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of the relative location of Central High School.

Down the road from the Walmart, across the street from Misuraca Orthodontics. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it better to use absolute location as opposed to relative location?

Absolute location is more specific. Signup and view all the answers

Using the map of Texas below, describe Texas' situation.

Texas has many major highways, such as I-610, I-35, and I-10. Signup and view all the answers

People all over the world start using the word "demure". What type of culture is this an example of?

Popular Culture Signup and view all the answers

Jaylen goes on a mission trip with his church every summer. The goal of the trip is to reach others with his religion. What type of religion is Jaylen a part of?

Universalizing Religion Signup and view all the answers

What religious building is pictured below and what religion is it associated with?

Synagogue; Judaism Signup and view all the answers

Frances moves with her family from Louisiana to New York. Her family opens up a crawfish stand in their new state. What type of diffusion is this?

Relocation Diffusion Signup and view all the answers

Globalization is the process of the world becoming more interconnected. Give an example of how globalization leads to diffusion.

Through technological advancements, we have access to other cultures through social media and our cell phones. Signup and view all the answers

Provide two physical features that lead to HIGH population density.

Access to rivers and fertile soil. Signup and view all the answers

Provide two human features that lead to LOW population density.

No job opportunities and war and conflict. Signup and view all the answers

SILENT ROUND! Describe the population pyramid below. MDC or LDC?

LDC Signup and view all the answers

SILENT ROUND! Describe the population pyramid below. Describe the CBR.

The CBR is high. Signup and view all the answers

SILENT ROUND! Describe the population pyramid below. Describe the life expectancy.

Life expectancy is relatively low. Signup and view all the answers

SILENT ROUND! Describe the population pyramid below. How will this population change in the future?

It is expected to grow. Signup and view all the answers

SILENT ROUND! Describe the population pyramid below. Describe the dependency ratio.

The dependency ratio is high. Signup and view all the answers

A woman in Country Y has 8 children and she stays home to care for them. What type of woman does this describe?

A traditional woman. Signup and view all the answers

A country's total population is decreasing for the first time. What stage of the Demographic Transition Model would this country be in?

Stage 5: Declining. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the birth rates in stage 5?

They drop below the death rates for the first time. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the death rates in stage 2 of the DTM?

They drop for the first time. Signup and view all the answers

What is an environmental factor that explains this?

Access to clean water. Signup and view all the answers

A country is in stage 5 of the DTM. Is this country a MDC or LDC?

MDC Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of a country reaching Stage 5.

Japan Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Map Scale Changes

Map A shows a city, while Map B displays a state.
The map scale decreases (zooms out) from Map A to Map B.

Robinson Map Projection

An advantage is that continents appear true to size and shape.
Consequently, this projection is frequently used in schools.
A disadvantage is that the North and South Poles are flattened.

Goode Homolosine Projection

It's a type of map projection.
A disadvantage is that it distorts/separates bodies of water.

COVID-19 Cases Map

The map shows the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases.
Examples of states with low cases (not all states listed): Washington, Nevada, Montana, Wyoming, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey.

Isoline Map

This type of map features lines connecting points of equal value.
The colors on the map aren't linked or defined by borders.

Dot Density Map

This is another map type.

Time-Space Compression and Technology

Technology enhances time-space compression; it makes our world feel smaller.
People can access and learn about various parts of the world via social media.
Advanced transportation allows for quick global travel.

Relative Location Example

Central High School can be located "down the road from Walmart," or "across the street from Misuraca Orthodontics," etc...

Absolute vs. Relative Location

Absolute location is more specific than relative location.

Texas Map Description

Shows highways like I-610 and I-35.

Popular Culture Example

People worldwide using the word "demure" is an example of popular culture.

Universalizing Religion Example

Jaylen's mission trip, with the goal of spreading his religion, exemplifies a universalizing religion.

Religious Building (Synagogue)

The building depicted is a synagogue.
It's associated with Judaism.

Relocation Diffusion

Frances and her family move from Louisiana to New York.
They start a crawfish stand in their new location, demonstrating relocation diffusion.

Globalization and Diffusion Example

Globalization connects the world.
Technological advancements allow people to access other cultures through social media and cell phones.

High Population Density Physical Features

Access to rivers
Fertile soil
Temperate climate
Rich vegetation

Low Population Density Human Features

Lack of job opportunities
War and conflict
Poor or nonexistent road infrastructure/connections.

Population Pyramid Description

The chart is a population pyramid; it displays a country's population structure.
It needs more information, such as CBR, life expectancy, future changes in population, and dependency ratio to completely analyze it.

Traditional Woman Example

A woman in Country Y with 8 children, choosing to stay home to care for them illustrates a traditional woman.

Demographic Transition Model (DTM) Stage 5

A country experiencing a decreasing population for the first time would be in Stage 5 of the DTM.
In Stage 5, birth rates fall below death rates.

DTM Stage 2 Death Rates

Death rates decline in Stage 2 of the DTM.
An example of an environmental cause is access to clean water.

Stage 5 DTM MDC or LDC

Countries in Stage 5 of the DTM are typically developed nations (MDCs).
Japan is an example of a country in Stage 5 of the DTM.

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Explore different types of maps, including Robinson and Goode Homolosine projections, as well as various mapping techniques like isoline and dot density maps. Understand the impact of technology on time-space compression and how maps depict phenomena like COVID-19 cases. Test your knowledge on these essential geographical concepts.