APHug Unit 1 Vocab

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Reference map

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A type of map that shows where something is in space.

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Map projection

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The scientific method of transferring locations on Earth's round surface to a flat map.

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Map scale

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Relationship of a feature's size on a map vs. its actual size on Earth.

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Thematic map

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A map showing geographic patterns of a specific subject or data set.

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Clustering

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Objects in an area are close together.

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Relative location

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Location of a place in relation to other places.

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Absolute location

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Exact location on Earth, often in latitude and longitude.

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Dispersal

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Spacing of objects within an area.

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geographic information system (GIS)

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captures, stores, manipulates, analyzes, and presents various spatial/geographical data.

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elevation

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altitude of a place above sea level or ground