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a map can show direction by....
- compass rose (north, south, east, west)
- lines of longitude (lines going up and down) and lattitude (the lines going sideways
- the middle longitude line is called the prime meridean. the middle lattitude line is called the equator.
3. the scale... ( the length of the line is usually an inch that represents 100-500 miles) the scale is located towards the bottom on the map.
4. a map can also show direction by a "map key" if it has one
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∙ 11y ago
Maps typically show distance using a scale that represents a certain distance on the map as a specific distance in the real world. Direction is typically indicated by cardinal directions (North, South, East, West) or by a compass rose that shows the orientation of the map. Additionally, maps may include a legend or key that explains the symbols used to represent landmarks or features, aiding in interpreting direction.
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∙ 14y agoAs you face the map, up is North and down is South, left is west and right is East.
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∙ 12y agoNorth
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What maps used to indicate the cardinal directions?
Most maps include a "compass rose," a small compass symbol showing which direction is north (often labeled completely with N, E, S, and W).
What are the 4 types of distortion of a map?
The four types of distortion in maps are shape distortion, area distortion, distance distortion, and direction distortion. These distortions occur due to the challenge of transferring a three-dimensional surface onto a two-dimensional map.
What are two different things weather maps can show?
Air pressure and temperatures.
What is the difference between maps and compass?
Maps are two-dimensional representations of geographic features and locations, while compasses are tools that indicate direction based on the Earth's magnetic field. Maps provide detailed information about terrain, roads, and landmarks, while compasses help orient individuals by showing which direction is north. Combining maps and compasses can help navigate accurately in outdoor settings.
What type of map would most likely be used to depict speed and direction of ocean currents?
thematic
How do topographic maps represents the earth's surface?
Topographic maps represent the Earth's surface because they show elevation in addition to distance and direction.
Does the Maps scale show?
distance (miles and km)
What is a name for an isometry that moves or maps every point of the plane the same distance and direction?
An isometry that moves or maps every point of the plane the same distance and direction is a translation, which is one of 4 transformations that can be plotted on the Cartesian plane.
What is an isometry that maps all points of a figure in the same distance and the same direction?
Translation
What is an isometry that maps all points of a figure the same distance in the same direction?
translation
A is an isometry that maps all points of a figure the same distance in the same direction.?
translation
A blank is an isometry that maps all points of a figure the same distance in the same direction?
reflection
What do flat maps distort?
distance, shape, size, and direction......my human geography teacher also said distance, shape, size, area ... but the last time she said it, she said direction
Which direction maps are the most accurate?
The part of a map that tells direction
Why do maps show a scale?
So you can find out the actual distance from point A to point B.
How many miles and maps from Moline Ks to Cornville Az and where will I find a map?
1044 miles is the distance. Google maps will show you the route.
What is a standard map show cardinal direction?
A standard map typically shows cardinal directions, with north at the top, south at the bottom, east on the right, and west on the left. These directions help orientate readers and indicate which way is which on the map.
