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Ans 1. A scale is a ratio between the distance on a map and the actual distance on
the ground. On a 1:100000 scale map, 1 cm on the map equals 100000 km on the
ground.

Ans2 A globe is a model of the earth. It gives us the shape, size and location of
continents and oceans on the earth. On a globe, only one-half of the earth can be
seen at one time. We have to rotate it to see the other parts. It is not easily carried
anywhere. On the other hand, a map is the representation of the earth on a flat
surface. It gives us detailed geographical information. It is also easy to carry
around.

Ans 3. The signs, symbols, and scale on a map comprise the ‘language of a map’.

Ans 4. Different colours are used to show different features on a map. The height
of the land and depth of the water are shown through shades of colour that vary
from dark to light. Eg.— Oceans, seas, lakes, rivers are shown in blue colour; high
mountains are shown in dark brown colour; while plains are shown in green.

Ans5. 3 types of maps are : Physical, Political and Thematic.