Exploring Earth Science Maps
A Grade 5 science worksheet on understanding and interpreting different types of Earth science maps.
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Exploring Earth Science Maps
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will help you understand different types of Earth science maps and how they are used.
1. Which type of map shows the physical features of the Earth, such as mountains, rivers, and lakes?
Political map
Topographic map
Road map
Weather map
2. What do contour lines on a topographic map represent?
Different countries
Areas with different climates
Points of equal elevation
Ocean currents
3. A map uses different colors to show different types of rocks or soil.
4. The lines of run east and west around the Earth and measure distance north or south of the Equator.
5. A map's tells you what the symbols and colors on the map mean.
6. A weather map can show you where it is raining or snowing.
True
False
7. The scale on a map helps you calculate real distances between places.
True
False
8. Explain the difference between a physical map and a political map.
9. Look at the compass rose below. If you are traveling from West to East, what direction are you moving towards?