Cartographic Skills (AQA A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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10 questions from this quiz
Which capability is a key function of GIS systems?
Which capability is a key function of GIS systems?
Modelling different scenarios
What format does GoogleMaps use for its mapping?
What format does GoogleMaps use for its mapping?
Vector mapping
What key advantage do synoptic weather charts provide for fieldwork planning?
What key advantage do synoptic weather charts provide for fieldwork planning?
They explain why conditions will occur
What must be avoided when placing proportional symbols on maps?
What must be avoided when placing proportional symbols on maps?
Excessive overlapping
How do desire lines differ from flow lines?
How do desire lines differ from flow lines?
Desire lines are straight from origin
What does the width of a flow line represent?
What does the width of a flow line represent?
Quantity of movement
On a choropleth map, what should the darkest shades represent?
On a choropleth map, what should the darkest shades represent?
The highest figures
What do isohyets join on a map?
What do isohyets join on a map?
Places of equal rainfall
What is a key rule when drawing isolines?
What is a key rule when drawing isolines?
They do not cross or touch each other
What is a main limitation of dot maps?
What is a main limitation of dot maps?
Large numbers become difficult to count