1
Q
What is an orthophoto?
A
A combination of a photograph and a map.
2
Q
How is an orthophoto captured?
A
In an aeroplane flying overland.
3
Q
Fill in the blank:
The scale of an orthophoto is always ____:_______, which means _____ on the ground is _______ on the map.
A
1: 10 000
100 m= 1 cm on map.
4
Q
Maps must or always include the following map conventions…
A
1. A title
At the top of the map, e.g PINELANDS.
2. Direction Arrow
Always points North- compass looking diagram on map.
3. A scale
A way of showing how much smaller things have been
shown on the map.
4. A key/legend
A list of symbols or signs used.
