Across
- 1. A flat representation of Earth’s surface features
- 4. A satellite-based system for pinpointing location, stands for Global Positioning System
- 5. The relationship between distance on a map and the corresponding distance on the ground
- 8. A type of projection that maps Earth onto a flat plane, good for polar areas
- 9. A global system of satellite networks for navigation, stands for Global Navigation Satellite System
- 10. A type of map scale described in words, such as "1 inch equals 1 mile"
- 13. A type of map scale expressed as a ratio, like "1:50,000"
- 15. A type of projection that uses a cone over part of Earth, ideal for mid-latitudes
Down
- 2. A type of projection that resembles cylindrical but curves outward, distorting shape minimally
- 3. A line on a map connecting points of equal value, like temperature or elevation
- 6. A type of projection that wraps a map around a cylinder, often distorting poles
- 7. The method used to represent Earth’s curved surface on a flat map
- 11. A type of map scale that uses a visual bar to show distance
- 12. A spherical model of Earth
- 14. The detailed mapping of the physical features of an area, such as elevation and landforms