Map Earth’s Features

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What is a topographical map?

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A map that shows the elevation of an area using contour lines.

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Where can volcanoes form?

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On the ocean floor or land.

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What are latitude and longitude used for?

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To find a location or landform feature on a map.

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What is the Continental Shelf?

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A feature of the ocean floor that is relatively shallow and extends from the coast.

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What causes volcanoes to form?

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Plate movement.

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What do contour lines on a map represent?

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The elevation of the land.

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What is a landform?

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A natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, and plains.

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What is the difference between a map and a globe?

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A map is a flat representation of the Earth, while a globe is a three-dimensional model.

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What is a physical map?

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A map that shows natural features like mountains, rivers, and lakes.

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What is a political map?

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A map that shows boundaries, cities, and countries.