map function of the aceh area for those of us who often travel both required compass direction
The map is a picture of the earth's surface drawn on a flat surface, and is scaled down to a certain scale and also features a symbol as an explanation. Some experts define maps with different meanings, but basically maps have the same meaning. The following understanding of the map from the experts.
According to ICA (International Cartographic Association)
A map is a representation or representation of the elements of the abstract appearance chosen from the earth's surface in relation to the surface of the earth or celestial bodies, which are generally depicted on a plane and scaled / scaled.
According to Aryono Prihandito (1998)
Map is a description of the surface of the earth with a certain scale, drawn on the plane through a certain projection system.According to Erwin Rainsz (1948)
The map is a conventional picture of the diminished facial features of the earth as it appears to be vertical from the top, made on a flat plane and added by writings as explanatory.According to the National Coordinating Agency for Surveys and Mapping (Bakosurtanal 2005)
Map is a vehicle for storage and presentation of environmental conditions data, is a source of information for planners and decision-making at the stage at the level of development.
Nowadays already known the existence of digital map (Digital Map), that is map in the form of picture surface of earth which processed with the aid of computer media. Usually this digital map is made by using GIS software (Geography Information System). The study of maps and mappings is called cartography and people who are experts in maps and mapping are called cartographers.
Map Types
- Based on the Data Source
a. Parent Map (Basic Map)
The parent map is a map generated from a live survey in the field. This parent map can be used as the basis for topographic map making, so it can be said also as base map. This basic map is used as a reference in the manufacture of other maps.
b. Map of Derivatives. *item
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