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Lesson 20 of 84 · Maps and Geography
Weather Maps and Forecasting
Watershed maps show how water flows across land. All streams and rivers in a watershed drain into the same body of water. These maps are important for understanding flooding.
Key Facts
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Scale shows real distance on a map.
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North is usually at the top.
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Latitude and longitude form a grid.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What kind of map shows mountains and rivers?