What distinguishes a cartograph from a map? (1 point)
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Cartographs are only used to show physical characteristics of places.
Cartographs are only used to show physical characteristics of places.
Cartographs use different colors to compare data between places.
Cartographs use different colors to compare data between places.
Cartographs distort the shape and size of places to compare data between places.
Cartographs distort the shape and size of places to compare data between places.
Cartographs show political boundaries; maps do not.
Cartographs show political boundaries; maps do not.
The distinction between a cartograph and a map lies in their purpose and the way they represent information. While both cartographs and maps serve the purpose of visualizing geographic features and information, there are some differences:
1. Cartographs are primarily used to compare data between places by using different colors. This means that cartographs often use color variations to represent the data being analyzed, such as population density or average income levels. Maps, on the other hand, may not necessarily include such data comparisons using colors.
2. Cartographs often distort the shape and size of places in order to accurately compare data between different locations. This means that the shapes and sizes of regions or countries represented on a cartograph may not be true to reality, as these distortions are introduced to accommodate data comparisons. Maps, on the other hand, typically strive to maintain as much accuracy in the representation of the actual physical features and boundaries of places.
3. While both cartographs and maps can display political boundaries, it is not a distinguishing factor between the two. Both cartographs and maps can include political boundaries, if relevant to the purpose of the visualization.