MAP

A map is a visual representation of an entire area or a part of an area, typically represented on a flat
surface. The work of a map is to illustrate specific and detailed features of a particular area, most
frequently used to illustrate geography. There are many kinds of maps; static, two-dimensional, three-
dimensional, dynamic and even interactive. Maps attempt to represent various things, like political
boundaries, physical features, roads, topography, population, climates, natural resources and
economic activities.

Map and Globe

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The word "Globe" is taken up from the Latin word "Globus" which means a round mass or sphere. A
globe is a three dimensional representation of the earth that does not distort the shape or size of
earth's geographical features. Sometimes a globe shows the topography elevations otherwise they
are plain round, some globes include imprinted lines with parallels and meridians for finding the
coordinates of a particular place. Globes offer the most precise view of Earth at present. 

Advantages of maps over globes: 

 Maps are more compact
 Easy to store
 Can hold different range of scales
 Easily viewed on different sized screens
 Can show larger portions of an area at once
 Cheaper to produce and transport.