map, graphic representation, drawn to scale and usually on a flat surface, of features for example, geographical, geological, or geopolitical of an area of the Earth or of any other celestial body. Globes are maps represented on the surface of a sphere. Cartography is the art and science of making maps and charts. In order to imply the elements of accurate relationships, and some formal method of projecting the spherical subject to a map plane, further qualifications might be applied to the definition. The tedious and somewhat abstract statements resulting from attempts to formulate precise definitions of maps and charts are more
map, graphic representation, drawn to scale and usually on a flat surface, of features for example, geographical, geological, or geopolitical of an area of the Earth or of any other celestial body. Globes are maps represented on the surface of a sphere. Cartography is the art and science of making