Geography Basics

A type of map especially designed to show a particular theme connected with a specific area.

Position described by landmarks, time, or directions.

This kind of map shows the natural features of physical geography, like mountains.

Consists of a longitude or latitude (global position) or a street address (local position).

An imaginary line around the earth cutting it in half, equally distant from both poles.

Areas with similarities either physical or cultural.

How people change to fit in their surroundings, like wearing a jacket in cold climates.

Way of showing the earth's curved surface on a flat map.

Height above a given level, especially sea level.

Run horizontally lines that measure distance north & south of Equator.