Maps and symbols
Maps
A map is a two-dimensional drawing of an area. Maps help us to understand what places are like and how to plot routes.
Maps should have a:
- title
- scale
- north arrow
- key or legend
Symbols
Symbols help us to include lots of detail on maps that are drawn to The ratio of a distance on a map, graph or diagram to the corresponding actual distance.. They include simple images, letters and abbreviations. Here are some examples: