Understanding different types of maps

Maps come in many shapes, sizes, and media types.…They help us to find our way, visualize…geological data, outline political boundaries, and so much more.…So, what kind of map do you…need to effectively communicate with your audience?…Before we dive into the process of creating a map, perhaps it would be a good…idea for us to take a look a some of the various map types, and their purpose.…The first…type of map I will discuss is a physical map.…These maps use lines shadings and colour variations to distinguish between…the earth's land forms such as mountains, plains, and bodies of water.…

Major roadways will most likely be illustrated along with…some demarcation of borders, and the location of larger cities.…But these maps are more general in information.…Physical maps are often found hanging in offices…as purely decorative pieces rather than used for navigational purposes.…The next type of map is a Political map.…These are among the most common forms of maps that you will find.…They represent the boundaries between political…