Thematic Maps

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A thematic map is a type of map or chart designed to show:

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A specific theme connected with a specified area

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This map is a...

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political map

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If a certain subject or theme is being focused on, you'd look on a...

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thematic map

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A map showing mountains, rivers, oceans, elevation is what type of map?

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Physical

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A map showing boundaries of countries is what type of map?

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Political

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What is a political map?

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a map that shows countries, borders, or major cities.

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What is a physical map?

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a map that shows the natural features of an area, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, etc.

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What is a physical feature?

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any natural characteristic of Earth’s surface, such as landforms and bodies of water

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What is a landform?

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any natural feature of Earth’s surface that has a distinct shape.

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What is climate?

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the pattern of weather over a long period of time.