Table of Contents ZTitle: Geologic Maps ZPage #: 20 ZDate: 9/28/2012
Objective ZStudents will be able to compare and contrast a Geologic Map to other kinds of maps. ZStudents will be able to interpret scales on a map.
Word of the Day ZRatio - A relationship between two similar things expressed by a number. ZGradient - A rate of inclination: Slope.
Geologic Maps Geologic Map - Used to show distribution of, arrangement, and types of rocks located beneath soil. Show different kinds of rocks. Often put on top of topographic maps and color coded by type of rock formation. Different colors are used for different rock formations. Symbols are used to show structures and mineral deposits.
Geologic Maps Map Legends (Key) - Explains what symbols on a map represent. Examples: =Highway =Building = Railroad
Geologic Maps Map Scales - The ratio between distances on a map and the actual distances on the surface of the Earth. Used to measure distances on on a map. 3 Kinds: 1.Verbal Scale 2.Graphic Scale 3.Fractional Scale
Geologic Maps Verbal Scale - A statement - “One centimeter equals one kilometer.” Graphic Scale - **The most common kind** A line that represents a certain distance. Looks like a ruler - Kilometers from Gradients Problem Solving Lab
Geologic Maps Fractional Scale - Distance is expressed as a ratio - “1 : 150” Means 1 unit on the map represents 150 units on the surface of the earth. Units on each side of the ratio must be the same. A large ratio = a large area A small ratio = a small area
Classwork ZPage 40, #5 and #6