7.5.2. Color Theory in Mapping

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a sequential palette used for?

   Hint

   Think about how temperatures are often shown.

2. 2.

   Name one example of a qualitative palette.

   Hint

   Consider specific categories of data.

3. 3.

   What is a sequential palette primarily used for?

   • Categorical data
   • Ordered data
   • Geographical features

   Hint

   Think about data that increases slowly over a range.

4. 4.

   True or False: Diverging palettes are useful for visualizing categorical data.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the purpose of diverging palettes.

5. 5.

   Create a thematic map using a diverging palette to depict temperature changes in a region. Detail the colors chosen and their meanings.

   Hint

   Consider how extremes differ from the norm in your color choice.

6. 6.

   Analyze the impact of poor color choices in a thematic map showing demographic data. Discuss how this could lead to misinterpretation.

   Hint

   Think about how colors overlap and might affect clarity.