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.
Symbols used to identify places/items. :)
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.
Symbols are small, well, symbols that are ON the map. The Key is off to the side, and tells you what the symbols mean.
The part of a map which explains its symbols are called legends/map symbols.
The part of the map that explains the symbols used thereon is called the "legend".
map keys
A legend.
They use symbols to provide information about features on a map.
keys
There are symbols used to be able to understand a map easily.
Symbols used to identify places/items. :)
colors and symbols.
all the colors
Terrain symbols can usually be found in the map's legend or key. This section provides explanations and visual representations of the symbols and colors used on the map to represent various terrain features, such as mountains, water bodies, forests, roads, and more. Understanding these symbols is crucial for accurate navigation and orientation on the map.
The map key gives one information about the symbols on a map.
symbols
Collectively, the symbols, with their meanings, on a map are called a 'legend'.