ES.3 - Mapping

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What is the 'equator'?

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The equator is the starting point for latitude, located halfway between the North and South poles.

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What direction are the cabins in relation to the tents if they are West?

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The cabins are located to the West of the tents.

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What is a topographic map?

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A topographic map is a detailed and accurate representation of the Earth's surface, showing elevation changes and landforms.

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What is the 'Eastern Hemisphere'?

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The Eastern Hemisphere is the hemisphere that is located east of the Prime Meridian and includes parts of Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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What does 'slope' refer to in geography?

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Slope refers to the measure of the steepness of the land.

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What is latitude?

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Latitude is the measurement of distance north or south of the equator, expressed in degrees.

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What is longitude?

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Longitude is the measurement of distance east or west of the Prime Meridian, expressed in degrees.

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What is a map scale?

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A map scale is a ratio that compares a distance on the map to the actual distance on the ground.

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What is a physical map?

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A physical map is a type of map that uses color and shading to show physical landscape features such as mountains, valleys, and plains.

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What is a political map?

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A political map is a type of map that shows governmental boundaries of countries, states, and counties.