Question

Symbol on map that represent human and physical features on surface of earth is classified as

Answer 1

Topographic maps show the shape of Earth's surface by using contour lines, the lines on the map that join points of equal elevation. They are among the most well-known symbols on modern maps as they are self-explanatory and accurately represent their phenomena.

Answer 2

Answer:

Various symbols are represented on a map to  show the human and physical features the are classified as Legend.

Explanation:

• In order to show various features of physical and human significance on the map so that the readers are able to view and understand by pointing on the map are classified in the legends on the map with reference to scale.

• LIke for representing the river , mountains and lakes i.e physical features on a topographic map the cartographers used small size symbols with specific colors to describe the exact figure which is being represented on the map.

• Similarly, for the case of human features, the map depicts either a cross for church or a dotted line for pathway or some sort of sign for that object. Use pf letter symbols are also done in order to represent the natural vegetation like reserved forest R or protected forest P  etc.