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GK 1
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Azimuth: The direction of a point from a given location, measured clockwise from
north.
Back azimuth: The direction of a point from a given location, measured
counterclockwise from north.
Bearing: The direction of a point from a given location, measured clockwise from
true north.
Cartography: The art and science of mapmaking.
Chart: A map of a specific area, typically used for navigation.
Compass: An instrument used for determining direction.
Grid: A system of lines used to divide a map into squares or rectangles.
Latitude: The angular distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees.
Longitude: The angular distance east or west of the prime meridian, measured in
degrees.
Map: A representation of a part of the Earth's surface, drawn to scale.
Map key: A legend that explains the symbols used on a map.
Meridian: A line of longitude that passes through the North and South Poles.
Northing: The distance north of the equator, measured in degrees.
Projection: A method of transferring the Earth's surface to a flat map.
Scale: The ratio of distances on a map to distances on the Earth's surface.
Terrain: The physical features of an area, such as mountains, rivers, and lakes.
Topography: The study of the Earth's surface features.
True north: The direction of the North Pole, measured from the Earth's center.
Upright: The direction of the vertical axis of the Earth.
Westing: The distance west of the prime meridian, measured in degrees.
These are just a few of the many terms/jargons related to map. For more
information, please consult a mapmaking textbook or an online resource.