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learning outcomes-
1.1.1: explain differences between early maps and contemporary maps
1.1.2: describe the role of map scale and projections and making maps
1.1.3: explain how latitude and longitude are used to locate points

geography--> the study of where things are fund on the earths surface and the reasons for their  
                       locations and why any are there

human geographers:
1. where are people and activities found on the earth?
2. why are they found there?

--> a map is 2 dimensional or flat scale model of earths surface, or portion of it
--> cartography is the science of mapmaking

a map serves two purposes:
1. as a reference tool to identify an objects absolute at relative locations
2. as a communication tool to covey thew distribution of human activities or features