Friday, September 7, 2007

To Clear Things Up - Map Types

Alot of people have asked in our class (And in other places) "What are the different types of maps?"; well, this is where GeoTracker come in to clear things up. Below is a number of different map types and what they mean, and what they consist of:

  • Physical: This map will show countries and some major mountains, mountain ranges, Oceans, Peninsulas, and etc.... It will also include Latitude and Longitude lines. Here is an example of a Physical Map:
  • Topographical Map: These maps are much more detailed and consist of alot more complex lines, elevation changes, and more. Here is an example of a Topographical Map:

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