Also called meridians, these vertical lines are measured in degrees east and west of the prime meridian Longitude Identifies the cardinal directions (north, south, east, and west) on a map. Some also show the intermediate directions as well Compass Rose Half of the Earth. The equator divides the earth into the northern and southern __________. The prime meridian divides the Earth into eastern and western __________. Hemisphere The largest division of land on the Earth Continent Northwest, northeast, southwest, and southeast are examples of ....... Intermediate Directions The largest division of water on Earth Ocean This explains the colors and symbols on a map Legend (Map Key) Also called parallels, these horizontal lines are measured in degrees north and south of the equator Latitude The dividing line between two places Boundary A collection of maps Atlas Helps you estimate distance and tells how real distance compares with distance on the map Scale A system of map lines that helps identify the exact "address" of a place on a globe Grid An intersection of lines of longitude and latitude Absolute Location A map that mostly shows cities and countries. Political Map A map that shows natural terrain like lakes, rivers, and mountains Physical Map A map that focuses on a more specific topic, such as average rainfall in an area Thematic Map a map that shows travel routes, such as road and transit maps Mobility Map Basic Geography terms
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