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- A map is an image of an area, usually of the Earth or part of the Earth.
- A map is different from an aerial photograph because it includes interpretation.
- Many maps are called “charts” such as star charts and nautical charts.
- Some maps are of distant worlds.
- It is a representation of the earth’s surface or a part of its area drawn on a flat surface.
- It is always made according to a scale.
- There are different types of maps like political, physical and thematic.
- It is a symbolic representation of selected characteristics of a place.
- It presents information about the world in a simple, visual way.
- It is used as a reference to show political boundaries, landforms, water bodies, and the positions of cities.
- It also helps us to know the routes of an area, landmarks, location.