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4.1.1 Map Reading and Interpretation — AQA Geography 8035 | GradeGen.AI
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Map Reading and Interpretation
AQA GCSE Geography (8035) — Geographical skills
What You Need to Know
Use and understand coordinates (latitude, longitude, four and six-figure grid references).
Recognise and describe distributions and patterns of human and physical features on atlas maps.
Analyze inter-relationships between physical and human factors on maps.
Use and interpret OS maps at scales including 1:50 000 and 1:25 000.
Measure distances, gradients, contours, and spot heights.
Identify basic landscape features and describe characteristics from map evidence.
Draw inferences about physical and human landscapes, including relief, drainage, settlement, and land-use.
Interpret cross sections and transects.
Describe physical features of coastlines, fluvial, and glacial landscapes from large-scale maps.
Infer human activity, including tourism, from map evidence.
Interpret ground, aerial, and satellite photographs.
Draw sketches from photographs and label diagrams, maps, and graphs.
Revision Notes
1
Coordinates, Scale and Distance in OS Maps
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2
Practise with Past Papers
Key Terms & Definitions
Previous Section: Geographical applications
Geographical Enquiry Process
Next Topic: Graphical Skills
Graph Construction and Interpretation
Interpreting Physical and Human Landscapes
39 key terms
3
Photographs, Sketches and Cross-Sections
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