Map Types Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does a political map show?

Number of people living in an area

Major highways and airports

Mountains and rivers

Boundaries of states or countries (correct)

What is shown on a physical map?

Mountains, hills, plains, rivers, lakes, oceans

What does a population map display?

The number of people living in a certain area

What information is found on a road map?

Major highways, airports, cities, railroad tracks, and local points of interest Signup and view all the answers

What does a weather map indicate?

The state of the weather over a large area Signup and view all the answers

What is the Robinson projection map designed to show?

The entire world at once Signup and view all the answers

What type of information does a natural resources map provide?

Minerals, oil, forests, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What does a topographic map show?

The surface features of an area Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Map Types

Political Map: Displays boundaries of states and countries. Includes major and capital cities. Symbols in the legend explain the map's features.
Physical Map: Represents natural features like mountains, hills, plains, rivers, lakes, and oceans.
Population Map: Illustrates the density of people living in a specified area, highlighting demographic distribution.
Road Map: Features major highways, airports, cities, railroad tracks, and points of interest for navigation and travel planning.
Weather Map: Represents weather conditions over large areas, showing elements like temperature, precipitation, and fronts.
Robinson Projection Map: A world map projection presenting the globe in a flat format while minimizing distortion of size and shape in various areas.
Natural Resources Map: Shows locations of natural resources such as minerals, oil, and forests, essential for understanding resource distribution.
Topographic Map: Details surface features of terrain, including elevation and landforms, often used for outdoor activities like hiking.

Description

This quiz covers various types of maps, including political and physical maps. You'll learn about the features and purposes of each map type, helping to enhance your geographical understanding. Perfect for students and geography enthusiasts alike!