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Topic: Mapping a Location
Answer the following questions:
Mention any one limitation of a globe.
It is difficult to carry and store.
Detailed information about landforms, transport systems, industries cannot be
shown in a globe.
It is not possible to see all the parts of the earth's surface at the same time.
What is the disadvantage of a map?
Maps have one disadvantage. It is impossible to represent a spherical surface
on a flat sheet of paper, all maps have some distortions.
State any one point of difference between globes and maps.
Globe is a three-dimensional model of
the earth.
Map is a two-dimensional representation
of the earth.
Only a part of the earth can be viewed at
a time on a glbe.
Entire world can be viewed at a glance in
a world map.
Globes cannot show minute details such
as roads, railways, etc.
Maps can show a minute details such as
roads, railways, industries, etc.
(Accept any one)
Why are maps important?
Maps are a useful tool to study the world. They provide detailed information
about any place on the earth.
Maps help in planning the layout of roads, industries, parks, residential
complexes, etc.
Maps are used by the armed forces for strategic planning.
Maps are a useful tool for tourists.
Navigators and pilots use maps to find location.