 One of the main reasons for using an atlas
is to locate specific places on a map. Every map has an alphabetical index
of the cities, counties, states, and
There are two major types of maps in an atlas--physical
maps and political maps. Physical maps show the physical characteristics
of the earth's surface such as mountains, rivers, deserts, and lakes.
Political maps show the man-made boundaries between countries, states,
and continents. The political divisions are shown using different
colors on the maps. Many atlases also include specialized maps that
show the climate, population, agriculture, industry, and resources of specific
states or countries.
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