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Definitions of Map
– Map is a diagrammatic representation of an area of land or sea showing physical features, cities, roads, etc.
– Map is a drawing of the earth’s surface, or part of that surface, showing the shape and position of different countries, political borders, natural features such as rivers and mountains, and artificial features such as roads and buildings.
– Map is a representation usually on a flat surface of the whole or a part of an area
– Map is a drawing of a particular area, for example a city or country, which shows its main features, such as its roads, rivers, mountains etc
– Map is a symbolic depiction emphasizing relationships between elements of some space, such as objects, regions, or themes.
Map reading is the process of identifying features on a map by using symbols and signs or names. This technical work requires certain skills that any map reader must possess.
Map interpretation is the interpretation of the symbols and signs used on map into ordinary language by indicating the features they represent and draw logical conclusions from the information as represented by the symbols.
Cartography is the study of making or drawing maps
Cartographer is a person who draws or produces maps
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TYPES OF MAPS
According to Functions:
1. Topographical Maps. Are maps which show physical features which are natural features e.g. mountains, valleys, hills etc and man-made features e.g. bridges, ponds, roads, settlements etc
2. Statistical Maps. Are maps which show the distribution of things in quantitative manner e.g. distribution of rainfall, temperature, crops etc.. Examples of statistical maps are dot maps, choroploth maps, Isoline maps etc
According to Scale Size:
1. Large scale maps. Are those maps drawn to large scale size e.g. 1:10000 These maps gives a larger representation of small area, they are also more detailed (shows a lot of information). They represent areas like cities, towns and villages.
2. Medium Scale Maps. Are those maps drawn to medium scale size e.g. 1:100000 They show a moderate amount of details. They represent areas like districts, regions and countries.
3. Small scale maps Are those maps drawn to small scale size e.g. 1:1000000 They give a small presentation of a large area; they show little content (little information) They represent areas like continents and the world.
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Importance of Map Reading
1. They provide basis for description of geographical phenomenon
2. They are useful for traveling purpose i.e. they guide people to reach their destination
3. Maps are useful for storage of geographical information
4.They are important for field studies
5. They are important for land use planning
6. They are useful for military purposes e.g. during wars.
