Special Purpose Maps Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a special purpose map?

A map designed to show a specific type of information (correct)

A map showing a country's political boundaries

A map used for recreational hiking

A map focusing solely on transportation routes

What is a relief map?

A map that uses shading to show differences in elevation.

Define elevation.

The height of an area above sea level.

What is an elevation map?

A map that uses different colors to show the different elevations in an area. Signup and view all the answers

What does a historical map show?

Information about how a place looked at a certain point in time or how it has changed over time. Signup and view all the answers

What is a climate map?

A map that shows the general temperature and precipitation patterns in an area. Signup and view all the answers

Define climate.

Weather over a long period of time, about 30 years. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Special Purpose Maps

Special purpose maps are crafted to display specific types of information, serving various thematic purposes beyond general navigation.

Relief Maps

Relief maps utilize shading techniques to visually represent elevation differences, effectively highlighting geological features and variations in land height.

Elevation

Elevation refers to the height of a given area measured above sea level, a crucial factor in geography and environmental science.

Elevation Maps

Elevation maps employ a color gradient to indicate various elevations within an area, illustrating the topography and landscape above sea level.

Historical Maps

Historical maps provide insights into how a particular locale appeared at specific moments in time, detailing changes in geography, urban development, and cultural landscapes over the years.

Climate Maps

Climate maps depict temperature and precipitation patterns in a particular region, essential for understanding regional climate characteristics and trends.

Climate

Climate encompasses the average weather conditions of a region observed over an extended period, typically about 30 years, distinguishing it from short-term weather patterns.

Description

Test your knowledge of special purpose maps with these flashcards. Learn key terms such as relief maps and elevation, including their definitions and uses. Perfect for geography students looking to enhance their understanding of map types.