Question

5 points about map and globe
for class 7

Answer 1

Explanation:

• globe is a three-dimensional sphere while a map is two-dimensional.
• The globe represents the whole earth, whereas a map may represent the whole earth or just a part of it.
• A globe can be used to get a broad-level picture of the world while maps provide more specific information about different places.
• A globe, being spherical in shape, spins around an axis. However, maps, are a representation on a piece of paper, does not spin.
• Globes are made of hard materials and cannot be folded making them difficult to be carried around. However, you can easily fold and carry maps all along with you.

maps

• Physical or relief maps: These show natural features of the earth.
• Political maps: These maps show the cities, town and villages, countries and states of the world with their boundaries.
• Thematic maps: These maps focus on specific information like maps of rainfall, road, tourist places.