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Locating Places on the Earth

CBSE · Class 6 · Social Science

Summary of Locating Places on the Earth for CBSE Class 6 Social Science. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Maps, globes, latitudes, and longitudes make it possible to locate any place on Earth. A map shows distance, direction, and symbols, while a globe shows the Earth more accurately because the Earth is nearly spherical. Latitude measures how far a place is from the Equator, and longitude measures how

Key Concepts

A map is a drawing

A map is a drawing or representation of an area seen from above. It may show a small place like a town or a large area like a country or the world.

Distance

Distance, direction, and symbols are the three important components of maps. Scale shows real distance, direction shows where places are, and symbols

Physical maps show natural features such

Physical maps show natural features such as mountains, oceans, and rivers. Political maps show countries, states, boundaries, and cities. Thematic map

Scale tells how much real distance

Scale tells how much real distance is shown by a small distance on the map. In a city map, 1 cm can represent 500 m. On the map of India, 2.5 cm repre

North

North, East, South, and West are cardinal directions. Northeast, Southeast, Southwest, and Northwest are intermediate directions.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand what a map is and identify its main components
  • Differentiate between physical, political, and thematic maps
  • Use scale, direction, and symbols to read a map
  • Explain why a globe represents the Earth better than a flat map
  • Identify the Equator, latitudes, longitudes, and the Prime Meridian

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Locating Places on the Earth covers several key topics that are frequently asked in CBSE Class 6 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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