Map Type

Definition

A map type refers to different ways that geographic information can be represented on a map. There are several types including thematic maps (showing specific themes like population density), topographic maps (depicting elevation and terrain), political maps (displaying boundaries between countries or states), etc.

Related terms

Thematic Maps: Maps that focus on a specific theme or topic such as climate zones or economic activity.

Topographic Maps: Detailed maps that show physical features like hills, mountains, rivers, and elevations using contour lines.

Political Maps: Maps that display boundaries between countries or states along with capital cities and major cities.