Geographer's Tools Review

Front

This shows how distances on a map compare to actual distances on land

Back

scale

Front

Loss of accuracy on a map

Back

distortion

Front

Shows cardinal directions

Back

compass rose

Front

This section of a map explains the symbols and colors on the map

Back

key or legend

Front

Mini model representation of the Earth's surface

Back

globe

Front

Transportation map shows

Back

roads and highways

Front

Flat representation of the Earth's surface

Back

map

Front

A computer based system that uses satellite positioning to show your exact location on Earth

Back

Global Positioning System

Front

Type of map that shows natural features such as rivers, lakes, and oceans.

Back

physical map

Front

Type of map that shows borders that divide nations from one another as well as cities

Back

political map