What Is a Map?

The video tutorial introduces the concept of maps and globes, explaining their various forms and uses. It discusses traditional paper maps, digital maps, and atlases, as well as the function of globes as spherical representations of the Earth. The tutorial also covers the concept of scale, which compares real-world distances to those on maps. Various types of maps are explored, including city street maps, hiking trail maps, satellite weather maps, and nautical charts, highlighting their specific applications.

What is a globe primarily used to represent?

• The moon's surface

• The universe

• The Earth's water and land masses

• The solar system

What does the scale on a map help you understand?

• The color of the map

• The age of the map

• The type of map

• The distance on the Earth compared to the map

Which type of map would you use to navigate a city?

• Weather map

• City street map

• Nautical chart

• Hiking trail map

What kind of map would a backpacker use in the wilderness?

• Hiking trail map

• City street map

• Nautical chart

• Weather map

Which map is created using satellite data?

• Weather map

• Nautical chart

• Hiking trail map

• City street map