An area defined by popular feelings or images by those who live near or in the area.

A structured collection of records or data that is stored in computer system. Allows analysis and sharing of large amounts of information.

A mathematical formula used to represent the curved surface of the Earth on the flat surface of a map.

Map that shows the boundaries between countries or states.

The exact spot at which a place is found on the globe; can be found by using latitude longitude or an address.

A software program used to make and manipulate maps and data. Information is kept as a separate electronic layer.

Maps Globes, Field Research, Photography/Videos, Charts Graphs, Primary Sources, Satellite Imagery, Computer Databases, GIS

A map that emphasizes a single idea or a particular kind of information about an area.

A central place and the surrounding territory linked to it.

A document, recording or other source of information created with direct personal knowledge. It serves as an original source of information about the topic. (journals, videos, photographs, letters)

Relatively inexpensive way to show details such as the shape of the land, what plants cover an area, and how land is being used. High speeds and zoom can show what's not normally available to the naked eye.

Map that shows a small area with large details.

Identified by a direction indicator (e.g. compass rose)

Location in relation to other places.

The collection of raw data.

Traditionally used representations of the world that can be used to show whole world at once.

Location, Place, Region, Movement, Human-Environment Interaction

Pictorial representation of the shape of the Earth's physical land water features.

Name for 0 degrees longitude. Divides the Earth into eastern and western hemispheres.

An area identified by a common characteristic; officially recognized.

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