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Map reading made easy. 1. What is a map? A map is simply a drawing or picture (in 2-D) of a landscape or area of a country (in 3-D). It could be anything from a sketch map for a visitor to find your school to a detailed map of a town centre or mountain range.
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This document provides comprehensive guidance on map reading and land navigation techniques.
In the present chapter, we discuss the main characteristics of maps such as coordinate system, geodetic datum, projection, scale and map elements; how to choose them accordingly and what their role is for proper use of a map.
MAP READING. From the beginner to the advanced map reader. Contents. 3 What is a map? 3 Understanding your map needs. 4 Map symbols. 5 Map scale. 6 The basics. 8 Grid references. 10 National Grid lines. 11 Reading contours and relief. 13 Know your compass. 14 Using your compass. 15 Using land features. 17 Advanced techniques.
MAP READING MADE EASY. What is a map? ndscape or area of a country (in 3D). It could be anything from a sketch map for a visitor to find your school to a detailed m. pass on the way to your destination. Maps mean you know what to expect, and they help you to know you are going in the right direction to arrive a. Sketch map of a school. gs and l.
1. What is a map? A map is simply a drawing or picture (in 2D) of a landscape or area of a country (in 3D). It could be anything from a sketch map for a visitor to find your school to a detailed map of a town centre or mountain range. Using a map you can visualise in your mind what the place looks like that you are going.
