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Chapter: 01. Maps And Diagrams

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What is the main difference in dimension between a map and a globe?

A map is a two-dimensional representation, while a globe is a three-dimensional representation of the Earth.

For what primary purpose are sketches usually used?

Sketches are usually used to show people how to go from one place to another.

What makes a plan useful in terms of showing location?

A plan is useful because it tells us exactly where things are on the ground due to being drawn to scale.

How do maps benefit students and teachers?

Students and teachers gain knowledge and accurate information about places from maps.

What characteristic of maps ensures information is easy to understand without being overwhelming?

Maps show selected features and are not usually congested, which makes it easier for people to understand and interpret the information they are representing.

What kind of information do topographical maps provide?

Topographical maps provide detailed information about local landforms, streams, rivers, canals, roads, buildings, structures, and railway tracks in smaller areas.

What is the purpose of using different signs, symbols, and colors on maps?

Different signs, symbols, and colors are used on maps to provide distinct information in a clear and concise manner, minimizing misinterpretation.

How is a large-scale map different from a small-scale map in terms of detail?

A large-scale map shows smaller areas in a bigger space, allowing for detailed information about features, whereas a small-scale map shows a large land area in a small space with less visible detail.

When does a fold in the Earth’s crust form, leading to anticlines and synclines?

A fold is formed when the layers of the Earth’s crust are bent by compression.

How are block mountains formed?

Block mountains are formed when cracks or faults occur in the Earth’s crust, causing the land surface between these cracks to sink, leaving upstanding blocks on either side.

Define what a river is.

A river is a stream of water which flows in a channel from high ground to low ground and ultimately flows into a lake or sea.

What is a distributary in the context of a river system?

A distributary is a separate river channel created when a river splits, but which does not rejoin the main channel, typically found in a delta region.

Which organization is the national survey and mapping organization of India?

The Survey of India (SOI) is the national survey and mapping organization of India.

What information can be found in the index of an atlas?

The index in an atlas contains the names of all important places along with their respective latitudes and longitudes.

Why is a sketch not accurate in showing the true shape or size of features?

A sketch is not accurate in showing the true shape or size of features because it is not drawn to scale, meaning distances are not proportionally represented.

What is the key advantage of a plan over a sketch for understanding a layout?

A plan is drawn to scale, providing accurate distances and showing more details, making it easy for all to understand, unlike a sketch which is rough and lacks detail.

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