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Q: Why are symbols better than words on a map?
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Why do we use the map symbols?

Map symbols take up less space than writing. Writing may cover important detail on a map. Map symbols are printed in a legend at the side of the map.


Why are symols used on a map?

To avoid cluttering up the map. If there are 10 Post Offices in a small area - it's easier to put 10 small symbols on the map than to try to type the words 10 times. That way, the words can be put off the map, on the legend, alongside the symbols.


What does a map's legends help people do?

A map's legend help people to understand the meaning of words and symbols used in the map.


What parts help people understand a map's information?

Key symbols words.


What part of the map gives information about the symbols on the map'?

The map key gives one information about the symbols on a map.


Where you find the symbols on a map?

You find the symbols of a map in the key. emmy


What kind of symbols are on a map?

symbols


What is the the list of symbols on a map?

Collectively, the symbols, with their meanings, on a map are called a 'legend'.


Is there a list of map symbols and their meanings?

Every map has different symbols and meanings to represent a feature. The legend at the bottom of every map has the symbols and their meanings.


What is the difference between a map key and MAP SYMBOL?

Symbols are small, well, symbols that are ON the map. The Key is off to the side, and tells you what the symbols mean.


What part of a map contains information about the maps symbols?

The part of a map which explains its symbols are called legends/map symbols.


How can a key on a map help you understand the map better?

The key on a map explains what the symbols and images on the map mean.