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Maps are useful because they tell directions, states, capitals, cities, and continents.
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what is the word for map making?
"Cartography" is the study and practice of making maps is called cartography. It combines science, aesthetics, and technique. . People who make maps are called cartographers.
What is meaning and scope of cartography?
natural scope of cartography
Which came first Navigational compass cartography photography or internet?
The compass, cartography, photography then the internet in that order.
Where did cartography originate?
africa
What is cartography?
The science and art of map making.
Who invented modern cartography?
Gerhard Mercator
The astrolabe and improvements in cartography helped europeans to?
Explore the Western Hemisphere - :)
Thomas Edison's invention and how it has helped in modern society wrtinformation and technology?
the light bulb
How has space technology benefited modern society?
it has helped us discover the planet of uranus
How technology helped improved navigation?
Technology aided transport navigation by allowing people to see a virtual map, or what they can also call a GPS [global positioning system] that helps an individual be able to determine where they currently at and what are the alternative ways to get through traffic or going to a destination.
How has imperialism helped or harmed India and Africa?
This has helped both India and Africa in many diffrerent way's first it helped India have modern technology and education, in Africa it introduce modern medicine, and advances in agriculture.
What technology did Amerigo Vespucci use?
Amerigo Vespucci used navigational technology such as the astrolabe and the compass, along with maps and charts, to aid his voyages in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. These tools helped him navigate across the Atlantic Ocean and explore the coast of South America.
What modern technology might have helped the Titanic's crew spot the iceberg sooner and avoid hitting it?
nasri
How has technology helped cats?
technology has helped cats.
How is science and technology influencing the development of cartography?
Aerial photography,satellites and gps have increased the accuracy of maps enormously.
How has modern technology helped cartographers?
Printing maps from satellite images and computer digital technology has revolutionised map making.
What are some milestones in the development of technology used by geographers in orders an which they appeared in history?
Cartography Navigational Compass Photography Internet
