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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.
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What is the use of a key on a map?
Symbols used to identify places/items. :)
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.
What explains what the lines symbols and colors use on a map mean?
The part of the map that explains the symbols used thereon is called the "legend".
To use the terrain to orient a map you must be familiar with symbols used on the map Where can these symbols be found?
The legend
What does cartographers use to show the meaning of map symbols?
map keys
The best way to interpret different symbols on a map is to use the?
Legend (list of symbols)
What do you use to find out the meanings of symbols on a map?
A legend.
What symbols would you use on a map of your neighborhood?
houses
What do mapmakers use to explain their symbols?
They use symbols to provide information about features on a map.
What do cartographers use to show meaning of map symbols?
keys
Why is it necessary for any body to know how to use a map?
There are symbols used to be able to understand a map easily.
What do scientists use to convey information on a weather map?
colors and symbols.
What do scientists use to convey information on weather map?
colors and symbols.
What is the use of a key on a map?
Symbols used to identify places/items. :)
Which elements explains symbols and map's use of colors?
all the colors
