Question

Compare globe and map.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Explain globe
• Explain map
• Compare globe and map

Solution:
Globe:
It is a miniature model of the earth that represents the relative positions of the places and objects on the curved surface. Oceans and continents are represented by using different colours. It helps in understanding the shape of the earth and the position, shape, and size of continents and oceans.

Map:
It is a visual representation of the world. It covers the whole or any part of the world. The top view of a region is represented on a flat surface. It can be used to find the relative position of places or objects.

Comparison:
Globe:

• Represent the whole earth
• Not easy to carry
• Cannot show small areas in great detail

Map:

• Represent whole or part of the earth
• Easy to carry
• Can show small areas in great detail.