9.7 - Applications of Map Work
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Practice Questions
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What is the significance of maps in geography?
💡 Hint: Think about how maps help professionals in various fields.
Name a type of map used for travel.
💡 Hint: Consider the scenarios you might travel in.
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What is one application of thematic maps?
💡 Hint: Remember, thematic maps narrow down to specific topics.
True or False: Maps are not useful in environmental monitoring.
💡 Hint: Consider how maps can visualize changes in nature.
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Design a series of thematic maps that could be used to analyze urban sprawl in a city. What data would you include?
💡 Hint: Consider various layers of geographic information.
Evaluate the effectiveness of maps versus satellite imagery for environmental monitoring. Which is more effective and why?
💡 Hint: Think about what each type of resource tells us and when to use them.
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