Question

Difference between globe and a map​

Answer 1

Answer:

• A 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.

• You can use a map for navigating from one place to another. However, globes don’t provide enough specific details to help you in navigation.