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TERM 1
Physical Map
DEFINITION 1 a specific map that highlights natural features of a specific place. this type of map often shows mountains, rivers, plains, and lakes. TERM 2
Political map
DEFINITION 2 a map that shows the boundaries between countries, states, cities, and sometimes even continents. TERM 3
Map scale
DEFINITION 3 A line like a measuring stick drawn ona map. It uses a unit of measurement, such as an inch, to represent a real distance on earth. TERM 4
Map key
DEFINITION 4 A guide telling you what each symbol on a mapstands for TERM 5
Atlas
DEFINITION 5 A collection of maps. Some include tables, charts, and other important information.
TERM 6
Relative
location
DEFINITION 6 the position of one place compared to other places. This usually involves giving directions. This is the type of location that we use most often. TERM 7
Absolute
location
DEFINITION 7 The exact location of a place. It is usually determined by latitude and longitude. TERM 8
Irrigation
DEFINITION 8 the use of canals, ditches, or pipes to move water. TERM 9
Appalachian Mountains
DEFINITION 9 A mountain range located in the Eastern part of the United States that extends from southern Canada to central Alabama. This mountain range was one of the first obstacles that early settlers faced as they attempted to move west. TERM 10
Rocky Mountains
DEFINITION 10 A mountain range that covers most of the western United States. At over 3,000 miles in length, it is the largest mountain range in North America.
