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A map key is found on a map. It tells what certain symbols on the map mean. For example, the "star" on most maps means state/country capitals. It is in a small box.
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∙ 15y agoA map key is a list of words or phrases or colors -- usually within a box in the corner of the map -- that usually explains the symbols that that are found on the map itself. Also referred to as a "legend."
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∙ 14y agoA map key is found on a map. It tells what certain symbols on the map mean. For example, the "star" on most maps means state/country capitals. It is in a small box.
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What identifies symbols on a map?
A map key
What part of a map contains information on the meanimg of the maps symbols?
the key of the map. Or the map key. they are the same thing
How would you put a key on a map?
A map key looks like a map with keys on it !
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.
What is a key on a map?
A map key will have the meaning of the different symbols that are found on a map. So if there are tree symbols on the map the key may explain that these symbols mean there is a park in those locations.
What identifies symbols on a map?
A map key
What does the key on a map do?
The key on a map explains what the symbols and images on the map mean.
What is another name for a map legend?
Another name for a map legend is key.
What does map key mean?
In the context of maps or cartography, a map key is a visual explanation of the symbols or icons used on the map to represent features like rivers, roads, mountains, and other geographical elements. The key helps users understand what each symbol or color on the map represents. It is also known as a map legend.
What information is given in the map key?
on a map key key you can find and locate where or what something is.=]
What tells you what symbols on a map represent?
The key of the map explains all the symbols used on the map.
What is a sentence for map key?
the teacher asked us to draw up a key for our map.
What is the definition of the word map key?
the map key is the box that tells you what the icons mean in a map
What are the key elements found on a map?
What information in found on the map key
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.
What part of a map contains information on the meanimg of the maps symbols?
the key of the map. Or the map key. they are the same thing
Purpose of map key or legend?
The map key is different on any map; It helps you understand how to read the map. Sometimes there are symbols you do not understand, so the key describes what they mean.
