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c. Explain the various symbols on a map.​

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Answered by souravagarwal2003
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Since a map is a reduced representation of the real world, map symbols are used to represent real objects. ... Both shapes and colors can be used for symbols on maps. A small circle may mean a point of interest, with a brown circle meaning recreation, red circle meaning services, and green circle meaning rest stop.

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Answered by Anonymous
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The cartographers use different symbols on maps to represent real features from the world. Three common types of symbols are point symbols, line symbols and area symbols. Cartographers use point symbols to show exactly where one thing (a school or a hospital) is located on the map. The symbol is usually a dot or a picture.Conventional symbols are widely accepted signs or sign systems which signify an idea or concept. They represent different features on a map and are not drawn to scale. They are important because: ... Symbols can be used to depict features like cities, roads and railways.These essential features of a map are found on almost every map around us. They are- title, direction, legend(symbols), north areas, distance(scale), labels, grids and index, citation – which make it easier for people like us to understand the basic components of maps.

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