GK
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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A ____ map gives specific data or information on a single topic.
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thematic
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physical
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topographic
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general purpose
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A thematic map is a type of map that portrays the geographic pattern of a particular subject matter (theme) in a geographic area. This usually involves the use of map symbols to visualize selected properties of geographic features that are not naturally visible, such as temperature, language, or population.
Detailed explanation-2: -Maps focus on specific information; such as road maps, rainfall maps, maps showing distribution of forest, industries etc are known as “Thematic maps".
Detailed explanation-3: -Major types of thematic maps include choropleth maps, dot maps, proportional symbols maps, and flow maps.
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