Maps

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 * < In this unit we are going to study the representation of the Earth. We can use globes, that is, a three-dimensional scale model of Earth; but we usually use maps. The problem is that the Earth is round and maps are flat. How can we solve this problem?
 * < In this unit we are going to study the representation of the Earth. We can use globes, that is, a three-dimensional scale model of Earth; but we usually use maps. The problem is that the Earth is round and maps are flat. How can we solve this problem?
 * < This presentationwill help you understand everything. ||
 * = Have a look at this presentation about latitude and longitude.
 * = You can also learn about latitude and longitude in this video: media type="youtube" key="YGdw2743vKc" height="385" width="480" ||
 * = Now you can practice. media type="custom" key="9325260" ||
 * Learn online:
 * Latitude and longitude Map match game.
 * Activities about latitude and longitude.
 * Fill in the blanks about the parallels.
 * Match: geographic coordinates. ||
 * Fill in the blanks about the parallels.
 * Match: geographic coordinates. ||