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09/27/2005

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Term
conic projection
Definition
a map projection of the globe onto a cone with its point over one of the earth's poles
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robinson projection
Definition
a compromise map projection showing the poles as lines rather than points and more accurately portraying high latitude lands and water to land ratio
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cartography
Definition
the making of maps and charts
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mercator projection
Definition
a map projection of the earth onto a cylinder
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general purpose map
Definition
typically used for reference, education, and travel
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natural resource map
Definition
a map that shows the natural resources all over the world
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topography
Definition
the configuration of a surface and the relations among its man-made and natural features
or
precise detailed study of the surface features of a region
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relief
Definition
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
or
the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress)
or
(law) redress awarded by a court
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someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
or
assistance in time of difficulty
or
a pause for relaxation
or
a change for the better
or
aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped
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the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance)
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sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background
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the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged
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grid system
Definition
pattern formed by the latitude and longitude when they cross over eachother
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chart
Definition
a visual display of information
or
make a chart of
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a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea
or
plan in detail
or
represent by means of a graph
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