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Map ScaleElement of a map that shows how a unit of distance on the map, relates to actual distance on the surface of Earth.
Global GridA system of imaginary lines (called parallels? of latitude and meridians of longitude.) used to divid the surface of Earth on maps and globes.
MapLegend (or key)A box or other display on a map that explains the meaning of symbolsn used on the map.
Map TitleThe topic of the map.
Meridian of LongitudeThe imaginary lines that run North and South.
Paralleel of LatitudeThe imaginary lines that run East and West.
Intermediate DirectionsNorthwest, Northeast,Southeast, and Southwest.
Cardinal DirectionsThe four main directions North, South, East,and West.
Map DistortionA change in shape,size,or position, of the place when it's shown on the map.
Absolute LocationThe percise piont where a place is located on Earth.
Relative LocationWhere a place is located in relation to another place.
Compass RoseA diagram on a map that shows directions.
What causes seaons to change in different areas on the Earth?Earth's tilt.
What is the difference between rotation and a revolution of EarthThe rotation-spinning/of the Earth on it's axis. Revoloution- one round trip around the sun.


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